Light Needs
Mature Height
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Growing Zones
The CopperTone Distylium, Distylium ‘Piidist-iii”, is a medium sized broadleaf evergreen with copper-red new foliage that turns blue-green during the growing season. This shrub is a member of the witch hazel family, and has small red flowers that bloom in winter.
Use these shrubs as mass plantings or as a hedge. The bushes require very little care, and also provide year round interest. A combination that is very difficult to find. This will really make your landscape stand out in the neighborhood!
Coppertone Distylium Care
Prefers average to slightly acidic well-drained soil. Water regularly to establish. Once established, this bush requires minimal maintenance. This bush does well in areas with high heat and humidity and can tolerate dry conditions. Perfect for southern states because of the of pest & insect resistance plus disease resistance.
To prune Coppertone Distylium shrub, trim in late winter after the shrub is done flowering. However, pruning is not required. You can trim these into formal shapes like a boxwood as well.
Once established, these shrubs do not require much care at all. Perfect for people with no time or that do not enjoy working outdoors in hot and humid conditions.
Coppertone Distylium Spacing
Plant 24 inches apart, center on center when establishing a hedge. Plant 6 to 8 feet apart when used as a foundation planting. These also do great in garden planters, perfect for year round interest in entryways or patios.
CopperTone Distylium Information
| USDA Hardiness Zones: 7-9 |
| Plant Type: Shrub |
| Sunlight Exposure: Full Sun |
| Mature Height: 3 - 4 Feet |
| Mature Width: 4 - 5 Feet |
| Plant Spacing: 4 - 5 Feet |
| Growth Habit: Mounded |
| Flower Color(s): None |
| Seasonal Interest: Grown for Foliage |
| Foliage Type: Evergreen |
| Foliage Color(s): Blue, Green |
| Resists: Disease, Pests |
| Tolerates: Heat, Drought |
| Features: Foliage Interest, Low Maintenance |
| Uses: Accent, Foundation, Hedge |
| Plant Brand: First Editions |
| Botanical/Scientific Name: Distylium hybrid 'Coppertone' |
Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.
Also Known As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts
Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts
Also Known As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons
Also Known As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons
Also Known As:
#5 Container
5 Gallon
Plant Age:
~3-4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 20" - 60"
Pot Size:
~11" H x 10 1/2” W
Volume:
3.5 - 4 gallons
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We want your plants to arrive in great condition! If you notice any issues upon delivery, contact us within 3 days.
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Pre-ordered plants are scheduled to ship in Spring 2025. We carefully plan our shipping dates based on your USDA Plant Hardiness Zone to ensure optimal planting conditions upon arrival. Want it sooner/later? Reach out, and we'll try our best to accommodate.
Estimated ship week for pre-ordered plants will ship based on growing zones as shown below.
| Growing Zone | Estimated Ship Week |
|---|---|
| Zone 10 | March 31th |
| Zone 9 | March 31st |
| Zone 8 | April 7th |
| Zone 7 | April 14th |
| Zone 6b | April 21st |
| Zone 6a | April 28th |
| Zone 5b | May 5th |
| Zone 5a | May 12th |
| Zone 4 | May 19th |
| Zone 3 | May 26th |
Note: These are only estimated ship dates. Plants may ship out later depending on weather & growing conditions of the plant.
Note: Only plants indicated as pre-order will ship as shown above. All other plants and hard goods will ship as normal.
Plants that are currently in stock typically ship within 2-7 business days after your order is placed.
Plant Addicts ships to the lower 48 states within the U.S. Unfortunately, we do not currently ship to Alaska, Hawaii, or internationally.
This plant cannot be shipped to the following states: AK, HI. These restrictions apply only to this specific plant due to agricultural regulations or other limitations. Other plants may still be available for shipping to these states.
If you have any questions about shipping restrictions, feel free to reach out to our team!