ReJoyce Coast Leucothoe
Leucothoe axillaris 'Rejoyce' PPAF
SKU
41101
This showy coastal native from the southeastern U.S. offers a superb alternative to common boxwood or holly, with fantastic blazing red new foliage, white urn-shaped flowers on gracefully arching branches, and brilliant winter color. Perfect for lightly shaded to dappled sun foundation plantings, slopes, and naturalized woodlands. Evergreen.
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Partial sun
Water regularly - weekly, or more often in extreme heat or containers.
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- Deja Vu-Gardens Galore Nursy Of Paradise
1464 Lucy Way Chico CA 96973
| Botanical Pronunciation | loo-KOTH-o-ee ax-ILL-ar-iss |
|---|---|
| Lore | Leucothoe is the name of the daughter of Orchamus, king of Babylonia from ancient mythology. |
| Average Size at Maturity | Moderate growing; reaches 2 to 3 ft. tall and wide. |
| Bloom Time | Spring |
| Deciduous/ Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Flower Attribute | Showy Flowers |
| Flower Color | White |
| Foliage Color | Multicolored |
| Garden Style | Asian/Zen, Contemporary, Cottage |
| Growth Habit | Rounded |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Hedge, Mass Planting, Woodland Garden, Hillside, Coastal Exposure, Urban Garden, Ground Cover, Naturalized Areas |
| Light Needs | Partial sun |
| Patent Act | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent. |
| Special Feature | Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Fall Color, North American Native Selection, Tolerates Acidic Soil, Year-round Interest |
| Water Needs | Moderate |
| Watering Needs | Water regularly - weekly, or more often in extreme heat or containers. |
Thrives in humus-rich, well-drained soils. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Space 2 ft. apart as groundcover, or closer for faster coverage. Apply an acid fertilizer in early spring; repeat after flowering. Keep roots cool with a thick layer of mulch. Prune to shape in winter.
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This Plant's Growing Zones: 6 - 9
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