Life Cycle
Perennial
Plant Characteristics
Flowering shrub
Growth Habit
Arching bush
Bloom Season
Spring
Flavour Profile
Not edible
Suitable for
Outdoor
Seed Type
Open Pollinated
Plant Type
Flowering Shrub
Planting Season
Spring
Fruit Size
Not applicable
Plant Height
200–300 cm
Light Requirement
Full Sun Partial Shade
Water Needs
Moderate
Hardiness Zones
4–8
Container Garden
Yes
Plant Spacing
150–200 cm
Planting Depth
Surface sow
Growing Conditions
Well drained soil
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is Kolkwitzia called the Beauty Bush?
Why is Kolkwitzia called the Beauty Bush?
Its arching branches become covered with soft pink flowers, creating an elegant ornamental display.
Can it be grown as a flowering hedge?
Can it be grown as a flowering hedge?
Yes. It can be shaped into an informal hedge or used as a specimen shrub.
Does the shrub provide year-round interest?
Does the shrub provide year-round interest?
Attractive branching and foliage continue to add structure even after flowering has finished.
Which shrubs pair well with Beauty Bush?
Which shrubs pair well with Beauty Bush?
Spireas, lilacs, viburnums, and hydrangeas create attractive mixed shrub borders.
Can pruning improve flowering performance?
Can pruning improve flowering performance?
Pruning after flowering helps maintain shape while encouraging healthy new growth.
Does it attract pollinators during bloom?
Does it attract pollinators during bloom?
Flowering shrubs may attract bees and butterflies throughout the blooming period.