RedCrocus Girard's Rainbow Drooping Leucothoe- Evergreen Shrub, Shade-Loving, Variegated Foliage, Container-Friendly, Deer Resistant, Pet Safe, Grows in Shade Gardens 2 Gallon
RedCrocus Girard's Rainbow Drooping Leucothoe- Evergreen Shrub, Shade-Loving, Variegated Foliage, Container-Friendly, Deer Resistant, Pet Safe, Grows in Shade Gardens 2 Gallon
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Girard's Rainbow' Drooping Leucothoe Leucothoe fontanesiana 'Girard's Rainbow'
Description
A versatile evergreen shrub featuring cascading branches and vibrant variegated foliage. It thrives in shady gardens and provides year-round interest with its colorful leaves and subtle drooping growth habit.
Suggested Uses
Ideal for shaded borders, foundation plantings, and container gardens. Use as a statement shrub in woodland gardens or as a foundation planting for visual interest.
Plant Details
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Botanical Name: Girard's Rainbow' Drooping Leucothoe Leucothoe fontanesiana 'Girard's Rainbow' -
Common Name: Girard's Rainbow' Drooping Leucothoe -
Size & Growth: Typically reaches 3-4 feet in height with a similar spread, displaying a spreading and cascading habit growing 12-24 inches per year. -
Hardiness Zones: 7-10 -
Foliage Type: Evergreen with variegated, bronze, yellow, and green leaves -
Bloom Time: Late spring to early summer -
Growth Rate: Moderate -
Light Requirements: Partial to full shade -
Attracts Pollinators: Yes, including butterflies -
Indoor Friendly: No -
Container Friendly: Yes, suitable for containers with proper drainage -
Deer Resistant: Yes -
Pet Warning: Non-toxic to pets -
Fragrant: No -
Cut Flower: No -
Grows Well With: Ferns, hostas, shade-loving perennials
Care Tips
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Planting Instructions: Choose well-drained, acidic, moist soil in shaded locations. Water regularly to keep soil consistently moist during establishment. -
Soil Moisture: Keep evenly moist, avoid drought stress -
Soil Type: Acidic, well-drained, organically rich soil -
Pruning Instructions: Minimal pruning; remove dead or damaged branches after bloom period to maintain shape. -
Winter Care: Mulch in colder zones; protect from harsh winter winds. -
Planting Depth: Follow container recommendations; plant at same depth as in container. -
Fertilization: Apply balanced, acid-loving plant fertilizer annually in spring. -
Special Care: Mulching helps retain soil moisture and regulate temperature.
Humidity: Prefers moderate to high humidity
