Exochorda × macrantha 'Lotus Moon' is a beautiful, compact shrub that brings elegance to UK gardens with its pearl-like white blooms in spring. Its manageable size, easy care, and resistance to pests and diseases make it an excellent choice for gardeners of all skill levels. Whether used as a specimen plant, in mixed borders, or as a flowering hedge, Lotus Moon adds a touch of class with its cloud-like flowers and seasonal interest.
- Leaves: The leaves are lance-shaped, bright green, and provide a lovely backdrop to the flowers. They remain attractive throughout the growing season and turn yellow in the autumn, offering some seasonal interest.
- Bloom Time: Exochorda 'Lotus Moon' blooms in spring, typically from April to May, covering the plant with masses of white flowers. As they appear in large, abundant clusters. The buds look like small pearls, which is why it’s sometimes called the Pearl Bush.
- Lotus Moon is a compact shrub, typically reaching 1.5-2 meters
Lotus Moon prefers well-drained soil and can tolerate a range of soil types, including loam, sand, or slightly clay soils. It’s important to avoid waterlogged conditions. Lotus Moon thrives in full sun, which encourages abundant flowering. It can tolerate partial shade, though flowering may be reduced in shadier conditions. Pruning is usually unnecessary, but if shaping or thinning is needed, prune immediately after flowering. This will ensure you don’t remove the buds that form for the following year’s blooms. Lotus Moon doesn’t require heavy feeding. A balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring can promote healthy growth and abundant flowering.
