.plant-container { font-family: inherit; } .plant-container ul { list-style: none; padding-left: 0; margin-left: 0; } .plant-container li { display: flex; align-items: center; margin-bottom: 8px; line-height: 1.6; padding-left: 0; } .plant-container img { width: 24px; height: auto; margin-right: 10px; vertical-align: middle; flex-shrink: 0; } Crispa' Cutleaf Stephanandra Stephanandra incisa 'Crispa' Description A compact deciduous shrub featuring finely dissected, crimped leaves and delicate, airy branches. Its dense foliage creates an attractive texture in gardens and borders, with subtle seasonal interest. Suggested Uses Ideal for informal hedges, shrub borders, or container planting. Suitable for small gardens and urban landscapes seeking ornamental foliage. Plant Details Botanical Name: Stephanandra incisa 'Crispa' Common Name: Crispa' Cutleaf Stephanandra Size & Growth: Usually grows up to 3-4 ft tall and wide, with moderate growth rate Hardiness Zones: 5-8 Foliage Type: Deciduous with deeply dissected leaves Bloom Time: Not particularly known for flowers; foliage is the main feature Growth Rate: Moderate Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade Attracts Pollinators: Yes Indoor Friendly: Not typically recommended Container Friendly: Yes Deer Resistant: Yes Pet Warning: Non-toxic Fragrant: No Cut Flower: No Grows Well With: Other shrubs, perennials, and ornamental grasses Care Tips Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained soil with full sun to partial shade. Space plants about 3 feet apart. Soil Moisture: Keep consistently moist but not waterlogged Soil Type: Adaptable to various soil types, prefers slightly acidic to neutral Humidity: Tolerant of average garden humidity Pruning Instructions: Remove dead or damaged branches in early spring; maintain shape as desired Winter Care: Mulch around base in cold regions; generally frost tolerant Planting Depth: Plant at same depth as in container or nursery pot Fertilization: Apply balanced fertilizer in early spring and mid-summer Special Care: Minimal; benefits from annual pruning to maintain shape