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RedCrocus Leafscape Little Flames Drooping Leucothoe Shrub for Shade Gardens, Container Planting, Pollinator Attraction 1 Gallon

RedCrocus Leafscape Little Flames Drooping Leucothoe Shrub for Shade Gardens, Container Planting, Pollinator Attraction 1 Gallon

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Leafscape Little Flames' Drooping Leucothoe Leucothoe fontanesiana 'Leafscape Little Flames'

Description

This deciduous shrub features cascading branches with vibrant, fiery red young leaves that mature to a glossy green. It thrives in acidic, well-drained soils and offers a graceful, drooping habit suitable for shaded gardens.

Suggested Uses

Ideal for woodland gardens, shaded borders, container plantings, and as an understory shrub to add seasonal color and texture.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name: Leafscape Little Flames' Drooping Leucothoe Leucothoe fontanesiana 'Leafscape Little Flames'
  • Common Name: Leafscape Little Flames' Drooping Leucothoe
  • Size & Growth: Typically 3-4 ft tall and wide, with a spreading, drooping habit that matures gradually.
  • Hardiness Zones: 7-9
  • Foliage Type: Deciduous, with broad ovate leaves
  • Bloom Time: Late spring to early summer
  • Growth Rate: Moderate
  • Light Requirements: Partial shade to full shade
  • Attracts Pollinators: Yes
  • Indoor Friendly: No
  • Container Friendly: Yes
  • Deer Resistant: Yes
  • Pet Warning: Toxic if ingested
  • Fragrant: No
  • Cut Flower: No
  • Grows Well With: Ferns, hostas, azaleas

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained, acidic soil in shaded areas. Space plants 3-4 feet apart.
  • Soil Moisture: Keep evenly moist; do not let dry out.
  • Soil Type: Acidic, organic-rich, well-drained soil
  • Humidity: Prefers moderate to high humidity
  • Pruning Instructions: Remove dead or damaged branches after flowering to maintain shape.
  • Winter Care: Provide mulch in colder zones; protect from harsh winter winds.
  • Planting Depth: Set root ball at ground level
  • Fertilization: Feed with a balanced, acid-loving plant fertilizer in early spring.
  • Special Care: Mulching helps maintain soil acidity and roots’ moisture.
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