First Editions® Linebacker™ Distylium


 

First Editions® Linebacker™ Distylium - Distylium ‘PIIDIST-IV’ PPAF
This compact,upright evergreen assumes the shape of a white oak whiskey barrel in youth and matures into an excellent screening and hedge plant. Reddish New growth matures to lustrous dark green and remains dark green through winter with no discoloration. Linebacker™ has shown no flowers to date, and does best in full sun to moderate shade in any well-­-drained soil on the acid side. It tolerates drought, heat, wet soil and displays exceptional resistance to disease and insects. This adaptable plant is an excellent alternative for boxwood, cherry laurel, holly and juniper.