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Loropetalum chinense var. rubrum 'Hines Purpleleaf' (Plum Delight)

Family Hamamelidaceae
Plant Type broadleaf evergreen
Zone USDA:   7a - 10b   RHS:   H - HH   EGF:   H3 - G1   Australia:   1 - 4  
Care Level
Height 1.8 - 2.4 m (6 - 8 ft)
Spread 1.8 - 2.4 m (6 - 8 ft)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture low to average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to neutral

Description The broadleaf evergreen Loropetalum chinense var. rubrum 'Hines Purpleleaf' (Plum Delight) (Chinese fringeflower) is repeat-blooming and bears showy and fragrant blossoms during late winter to early spring. The foliage is matte, evergreen and medium in texture. Loropetalum chinense var. rubrum 'Hines Purpleleaf' (Plum Delight) (Chinese fringeflower) has smooth bark. A specimen plant, Loropetalum chinense var. rubrum 'Hines Purpleleaf' (Plum Delight) (Chinese fringeflower) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses Border, hedge, foundation, specimen, screening and topiary.
Special Characteristics It is worthy to note that Loropetalum chinense var. rubrum 'Hines Purpleleaf' (Plum Delight) tolerates drought.
Cautions With its fast growth rate, Loropetalum chinense var. rubrum 'Hines Purpleleaf' (Plum Delight) (Chinese fringeflower) will reach its mature size quickly. Keep this in mind when planning the layout of your garden. Reaching maturity quickly can be a benefit if you want your garden to look more established sooner.