Southern Living: Red Diamond® Mid-Size Loropetalum
LATIN NAME: LOROPETALUM CHINENSE 'SHANG-RED'
The Basics
This compact shrub flaunts colorful purple foliage year-round and dark pink flowers in spring. This shrub grows to be 6 feet tall and wide.
The Needs
Amount of Sunlight: Full Sun to partial shade
Amount of Water: Water regularly until established
Soil Conditions: Prefers well-drained soil
Cold Hardiness Zone: 7-10
The Care
This easy-to-grow plant needs a regular water schedule to ensure the growth of a mature root system. After the mature root system is established, watering is needed occasionally.
This compact shrub flaunts colorful purple foliage year-round and dark pink flowers in spring. This shrub grows to be 6 feet tall and wide.
The Needs
Amount of Sunlight: Full Sun to partial shade
Amount of Water: Water regularly until established
Soil Conditions: Prefers well-drained soil
Cold Hardiness Zone: 7-10
The Care
This easy-to-grow plant needs a regular water schedule to ensure the growth of a mature root system. After the mature root system is established, watering is needed occasionally.