Enkianthus campanulatus Seeds (Showy Lantern)

Enkianthus campanulatus, commonly known as Showy Lantern, is a deciduous shrub native to Japan. It boasts an elegant appearance with drooping clusters of bell-shaped flowers, ranging from white to pink or red. Growing in a vase-like shape, this plant reaches a mature size of around 6-12 feet tall and wide, making it perfect for small gardens or containers. Showy Lantern is hardy in USDA zones 5-9, tolerating a range of climatic conditions. Propagated through Enkianthus campanulatus seeds, this plant requires acidic soil and prefers partial shade to full sun for optimal growth and abundant blooming.

Growing Enkianthus campanulatus from Seed

• Growth cycle: Perennial
• Watering: Medium
• Sunlight: Medium Sun
• Suitable climates: Humid Continental, Marine West Coast, Mediterranean
• Where to grow: Outdoors
• Flower color: Red

Germinating Showy Lantern Flower Seeds

To germinate Enkianthus campanulatus, soak the seeds in water for 24 hours, then moist stratify them for 4-6 weeks at 40°F. Sow the seeds in well-draining soil, keep them moist, and place them in partial shade.

We source all of our Enkianthus campanulatus seeds from a small greenhouse facility based in southeastern Maine and store them in a dark, temperature-controlled environment before shipment. You’ll find that our fresh Showy Lantern seeds are much easier to germinate than the mass-produced packets of flower seeds found in stores! If you have any trouble growing Showy Lantern seeds, we’re happy to send you additional gardening tips. In the (unlikely) event that your Enkianthus campanulatus seeds do not germinate at all, we’ll give you a full refund, no questions asked.

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