Tidy, low-growing, and effortlessly elegant, Swing Low Distylium is a versatile evergreen shrub that brings subtle structure and texture to the landscape. With its dense, spreading habit and soft, blue-green foliage, this plant offers a refined look year-round. In late winter to early spring, it surprises with petite reddish-maroon flowers that add a quiet charm to the garden when little else is in bloom. Compact and adaptable, Swing Low® is a modern alternative to boxwood and spreading junipers, ideal for groundcovers, slopes, foundation plantings, or mass plantings. Its hardiness zone is 7-9.

Care

Swing Low thrives in full sun to part shade and prefers well-drained soil with good air circulation. It’s tolerant of a wide range of soil types, including clay, and performs reliably in both hot and humid conditions. This shrub is exceptionally low-maintenance once established, with no need for regular pruning. Water consistently during the first growing season to develop a strong root system. After that, it exhibits excellent drought tolerance and resists many common pests and diseases. Mulching is helpful for moisture retention and to suppress weeds.

Growth Habit

With its naturally mounded, spreading form, Swing Low reaches about 2 to 3 feet tall and spreads 4 to 6 feet wide. Its compact shape and evergreen foliage make it a perfect low hedge, border, or filler in mixed plantings, providing a clean, cohesive look in all seasons.

Toxicity

Swing Low Distylium is not known to be toxic to pets or humans, and its resistance to deer browsing makes it a reliable and resilient choice for both residential and commercial landscapes.