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Posted 05/04/2023 in Shrub

Leucothoe fontanesiana

Gracefully arching, striking red stems with colorful foliage with scarlet accents. Showy, drooping clusters of white flowers add a nice touch to cut arrangements. Effective as hedge, or clip to create an attractive groundcover. A beautiful, natural woodland companion to rhododendrons and ferns.

Post Details

Latin Name
Leucothoe fontanesiana
Common Name
Drooping Laurel
Planting Zone
Zone 5 Zone 6 Zone 7 Zone 8
Bloom Season
Spring
Height
2-3 ft
Spread
2-3 ft
Suggested Uses
Shade Garden Woodland Gardens
Potential Pests
No serious problems

Plant Story

Gracefully arching, striking red stems with colorful foliage with scarlet accents. Showy, drooping clusters of white flowers add a nice touch to cut arrangements. Effective as hedge, or clip to create an attractive groundcover. A beautiful, natural woodland companion to rhododendrons and ferns.

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