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Cinnamon Girl Distylium

Distylium 'Cinnamon Girl Distylium'

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Essentials

At a Glance

Plant Type

Shrub

Height

30 inches

Width

42 inches

Light

Full Sun, Partial Sun

Zones

7, 8, 9

Water

Low to Medium

Humidity

Adaptable

Lifespan

Long-lived evergreen shrub

Native To

Hybrid of Asian species

Toxicity

Non-toxic

The Story

Plant Bio

Distylium is a genus of evergreen shrubs in the witch hazel family, prized for their adaptability, disease resistance, and attractive foliage, serving as a great alternative to boxwood or holly. Cinnamon Girl ('PIIDIST-IV') is noted for its unique plum-purple new growth that matures to a blue-green, and its exceptional cold hardiness compared to other Distylium varieties.

Bloom Period:

EarlyLate

Uses & Benefits:

Cinnamon Girl offers multi-season interest with its attractive plum-purple new growth in spring, which contrasts nicely with the mature blue-green foliage. Its dense, mounding habit provides excellent year-round structure and texture in the landscape.

This is an extremely durable and adaptable shrub, serving as an excellent, low-maintenance substitute for boxwood, cherry laurel, or holly without their common pest and disease problems. It is perfect for foundation plantings, massing, or low hedges.

While not a major pollinator plant, its dense evergreen structure provides valuable year-round cover and shelter for birds and other small wildlife, protecting them from predators and inclement weather.

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Planting

How to Grow

Choose a site with full sun to part shade and well-drained soil.
It is adaptable to various soil types, including clay.
Dig a hole twice as wide as the pot.
Set the plant so the root ball's top is level with the soil.
Backfill, firm the soil, and water deeply.
Mulch to conserve moisture and regulate soil temperature.

Pro Tip

This shrub requires virtually no pruning to maintain its attractive, spreading-mounding habit. Only prune to remove any stray branches.

Keep It Thriving

Care Guide

Do

Water regularly during the first year of establishment.
Plant in a location with good drainage.
Enjoy its low-maintenance nature.

Don't

Do not plant in waterlogged soil.
Avoid heavy pruning, as it is not necessary.
Do not worry about pests or diseases; it is highly resistant.

Seasonal Care Calendar

Task	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Fertilize
Prune

Watch Out For

Pests & Diseases

Common Pests

Common Diseases

In the Garden

Landscape Uses & Companions

Landscape Uses

Tough, low-maintenance foundation shrubModern evergreen hedge or mass plantingDurable alternative to boxwood

Companion Plants

Loropetalum chinense Abelia x grandiflora Nandina domestica 'Firepower' Helleborus orientalis Carex 'Evergold'

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Propagation Methods

Good to Know

Common Questions

Cinnamon Girl Distylium questions

What zones can Cinnamon Girl Distylium grow in?

Cinnamon Girl Distylium is hardy in USDA Zones 7–9. Inside that range it survives winter in the ground; outside it, grow it as an annual or a container plant you protect.

Is Cinnamon Girl Distylium deer resistant?

Yes — Cinnamon Girl Distylium is rated deer-resistant. Deer typically pass it over, though extreme hunger can override any plant's defenses.

When does Cinnamon Girl Distylium bloom?

Cinnamon Girl Distylium typically blooms in late winter through early spring. Exact timing shifts a week or two with your zone — Sow's bloom calendar maps it to your garden.

Does Cinnamon Girl Distylium need full sun?

Cinnamon Girl Distylium does best in full sun to part shade. In hot climates, afternoon shade keeps blooms fresher longer.

Is Cinnamon Girl Distylium drought tolerant?

Yes — once established (usually after the first full season), Cinnamon Girl Distylium handles dry spells with minimal watering. Water deeply its first year to build the root system that makes that possible.