Coast Leucothoe
Leucothoe axillaris
SKU
05770
Small evergreen shrub displays leathery, rich green leaves on upright spreading branches. Urn-shaped flowers in short clusters appear from the leaf axils. Excellent companion plant for Rhododendrons.
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Partial sun
Needs regular watering - weekly, or more often in extreme heat.
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| Botanical Pronunciation | loo-KOTH-o-ee |
|---|---|
| Average Size at Maturity | Moderate growing to 2 to 4 ft. high, 3 to 6 ft. wide. |
| Bloom Time | Spring |
| Deciduous/ Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Flower Attribute | Showy Flowers |
| Flower Color | White |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Growth Habit | Erect |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Landscape Use | Firescaping/Fire Wise, Woodland Garden |
| Light Needs | Partial sun |
| Soil Needs | Tree & Shrub Food |
| Special Feature | North American Native Selection |
| Water Needs | Moderate |
| Watering Needs | Needs regular watering - weekly, or more often in extreme heat. |
Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. Provide well drained soil, rich in organic matter. Feed with an acid fertilizer after bloom. Keep roots cool with a thick layer of mulch.
This Plant's Growing Zones: 5-8
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