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Loropetalum chinense var. rubrum 'Zhuzhou Fuchsia'

Family Hamamelidaceae
Plant Type broadleaf evergreen
Zone USDA:   7a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H3 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level
Height 2.4 - 3 m (8 - 10 ft)
Spread 2.4 - 3 m (8 - 10 ft)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type loam
Soil pH acidic to neutral

Description Loropetalum chinense var. rubrum 'Zhuzhou Fuchsia' (Chinese fringeflower) bears showy, light pink, fragrant and repeat-blooming blossoms during late winter to early spring. This broadleaf evergreen is rounded in form and has dark fuchsia and dark red foliage that is matte, medium textured and evergreen. The bark is smooth in texture. Find a prominent place in your garden for this stunning broadleaf evergreen which has been designated a specimen.
Typical Uses Border, hedge, foundation, specimen, screening and topiary.
Special Characteristics Loropetalum chinense var. rubrum 'Zhuzhou Fuchsia' is tolerant of drought.
Cautions With its fast growth rate, Loropetalum chinense var. rubrum 'Zhuzhou Fuchsia' (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.