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leatherleaf
Chamaedaphne calyculata
shrub⛅ part shade💧💧💧 high water
Leatherleaf is a compact evergreen shrub prized for its leathery foliage and delicate bell-shaped white flowers in spring. It thrives in boggy or consistently moist acidic soils and makes an excellent choice for wetland gardens or shaded woodland settings.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
Tolerances & Soil
low
Flood Tolerance
low
1471013
ColderWarmer
Zone range: Zone 2a to Zone 8bpH Range
7.0
3.556.589
pH range: 5 to 6Soil Texture
Seasonality
Bloom Season
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
Season of Interest
SpringWinter
Succession Role
pioneerearly successional
Native to the United States
Native Range
Northern hemisphere, including North America, Europe, and Asia
Native to: Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut, New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Michigan, Wisconsin, Minnesota, North Dakota, Alaska
Function & Care
pollinator nectarywildlife benefit
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation