Disanthus cercidifolius

Heart-leaved Disanthus

Disanthus cercidifolius is a deciduous, multi-stemmed shrub valued for its spreading, arching form and unique small, star-like red flowers that appear in fall, creating subtle late-season interest, with rounded, heart-shaped blue-green foliage that develops outstanding shades of crimson, purple, orange, and yellow in fall.


Mature Size:
Width: 8–12 ft
Height: 6–10 ft

USDA Zones: 5a–8b (best performance in protected sites with consistent moisture)
Light: Full sun to partial shade
Blooms: Small red star-shaped flowers in fall
Soil: Moist, well-drained, acidic soil
Water: Moderate; prefers consistent moisture


🌸 Landscape Uses
Specimen shrub, woodland gardens, shade borders, fall color plantings


🌼 Attracts & Tolerances
Attracts: Bees
Tolerances: Shade

Plant type

Deciduous Shrub

Height

6-10'

Width

8-12'

Hardiness zones

5–8

Sunlight

Full Sun, Partial Shade

Growth rate

Moderate

Bloom time

Early Fall, Fall

Flower color

Fuchsia

Leaf color

Green

Attracts

Bees, Butterflies

Soil

Acidic, Well Drained

Landscape use

Foundation

Shape

Arching, Clump, Spreading

Bark

Smooth

Drought tolerant

No