RedCrocus Compact Leucothoe- Evergreen Shrub for Shade, Low Hedge, Containers, Garden Borders | Non-toxic, Deer-Resistant, Attractive Foliage, Easy Care 4" Pot (Pack of 15)
RedCrocus Compact Leucothoe- Evergreen Shrub for Shade, Low Hedge, Containers, Garden Borders | Non-toxic, Deer-Resistant, Attractive Foliage, Easy Care 4" Pot (Pack of 15)
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Compact Drooping Leucothoe Leucothoe catesbaei 'Compacta', Mini Evergreen
Description
A small, compact evergreen shrub featuring drooping branches and glossy foliage. Ideal for low hedges, rock gardens, and borders.
Suggested Uses
Perfect for foundation plantings, small-scale landscaping, container gardening, and shaded garden areas.
Plant Details
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Botanical Name: Leucothoe catesbaei 'Compacta' -
Common Name: Compact Drooping Leucothoe -
Size & Growth: Typically 1-2 ft tall and wide, slow to moderate growth rate -
Hardiness Zones: 7-9 -
Foliage Type: Evergreen -
Bloom Time: Spring to early summer -
Growth Rate: Slow to moderate -
Light Requirements: Part shade to shade -
Attracts Pollinators: Yes -
Indoor Friendly: No -
Container Friendly: Yes -
Deer Resistant: Yes -
Pet Warning: Non-toxic -
Fragrant: No -
Cut Flower: No -
Grows Well With: Ferns, Hostas, Azaleas
Care Tips
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Planting Instructions: Preferably in well-drained, acidic soil in shaded areas. Space plants 2-3 ft apart. -
Soil Moisture: Keep consistently moist but not waterlogged -
Soil Type: Acidic, organic-rich soil -
Humidity: Prefers moderate to high humidity -
Pruning Instructions: Prune after blooming to maintain shape and size -
Winter Care: Protect from harsh winter winds; mulch to insulate roots -
Planting Depth: Plant at same depth as in nursery container -
Fertilization: Feed with an acid-loving plant fertilizer in early spring -
Special Care: Mulch to maintain soil acidity and moisture
