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Scarletta Leucothoe
Leucothoe fontanesiana 'Zeblid'
Pronunciation: loo-KOTH-o-ee fon-ta-nee-zee-AH-na
SKU #04438
LIGHT:
Filtered sun, Partial shade, Partial sun
WATER:
Water when top 2 inches of soil is dry.
SIZE:
Moderate growing; reaches 2 ft. tall, spreading 3 to 4 ft. wide.
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| Description | Scarlet-purple new leaves burst from a tidy, low, compact mound of shiny deep green foliage in spring. The entire shrub becomes reddish bronze in fall. A beautiful, natural woodland companion to rhododendrons and ferns, and a superb groundcover. Evergreen. |
|---|---|
| Bloom Time | Spring |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Fall Color, Compact Form |
| Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant, Very Wet Areas |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Growth Habit | Mounding |
| Patent Act | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent. |
| Landscape Use | Border, Ground Cover |
| Flower Color | White |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Foliage Fall Color | Red |
| Companion Plants | Rhododendron (Rhododendron); Holly (Ilex); Painted Fern (Athyrium); Astilbe (Astilbe); Oregon Grape Holly (Mahonia) |
| Care Instructions | Thrives in humus-rich, well-drained soils. Water deeply, regularly during first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Space 2 to 3 ft. apart as groundcover; closer for faster coverage. Feed with an acid fertilizer early spring; repeat after flowering. Keep roots cool with a thick layer of mulch. |
| History | Leucothoe is the name of the daughter of Orchamus, king of Babylonia from ancient mythology. This genus of ericaceous plants includes over forty species throughout the Americas and eastern Asia. This species was first introduced in 1793. This species is native to North American and habits a range covering Virginia, Georgia and Tennessee. |
| Lore | Leucothoe is the name of the daughter of Orchamus, king of Babylonia from ancient mythology. |
Details
| Description | Scarlet-purple new leaves burst from a tidy, low, compact mound of shiny deep green foliage in spring. The entire shrub becomes reddish bronze in fall. A beautiful, natural woodland companion to rhododendrons and ferns, and a superb groundcover. Evergreen. |
|---|---|
| Bloom Time | Spring |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Fall Color, Compact Form |
| Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant, Very Wet Areas |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Growth Habit | Mounding |
| Patent Act | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent. |
Style
| Landscape Use | Border, Ground Cover |
|---|---|
| Flower Color | White |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Foliage Fall Color | Red |
| Companion Plants | Rhododendron (Rhododendron); Holly (Ilex); Painted Fern (Athyrium); Astilbe (Astilbe); Oregon Grape Holly (Mahonia) |
Care
| Care Instructions | Thrives in humus-rich, well-drained soils. Water deeply, regularly during first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Space 2 to 3 ft. apart as groundcover; closer for faster coverage. Feed with an acid fertilizer early spring; repeat after flowering. Keep roots cool with a thick layer of mulch. |
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History
| History | Leucothoe is the name of the daughter of Orchamus, king of Babylonia from ancient mythology. This genus of ericaceous plants includes over forty species throughout the Americas and eastern Asia. This species was first introduced in 1793. This species is native to North American and habits a range covering Virginia, Georgia and Tennessee. |
|---|---|
| Lore | Leucothoe is the name of the daughter of Orchamus, king of Babylonia from ancient mythology. |
Frequently asked questions
Does Scarletta Leucothoe produce flowers?
Spring
Is Scarletta Leucothoe evergreen or deciduous?
Scarletta Leucothoe is Evergreen.
What are the special features of Scarletta Leucothoe?
Scarletta Leucothoe is Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Fall Color, Compact Form.
Is Scarletta Leucothoe resistant to pests or animals?
Deer Resistant, Very Wet Areas
How fast does Scarletta Leucothoe grow?
Scarletta Leucothoe has a Moderate growth rate.
What is the growth habit of Scarletta Leucothoe?
Scarletta Leucothoe grows in an Mounding habit.
Where can I use Scarletta Leucothoe in my landscape?
Scarletta Leucothoe is suitable for: Border, Ground Cover.
What color are Scarletta Leucothoe flowers?
Scarletta Leucothoe produces White flowers.
What color is the foliage of Scarletta Leucothoe?
Scarletta Leucothoe has Green foliage.
What plants grow well with Scarletta Leucothoe?
Good companion plants for Scarletta Leucothoe include: Rhododendron (Rhododendron); Holly (Ilex); Painted Fern (Athyrium); Astilbe (Astilbe); Oregon Grape Holly (Mahonia).
How do I care for Scarletta Leucothoe?
Thrives in humus-rich, well-drained soils. Water deeply, regularly during first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Space 2 to 3 ft. apart as groundcover; closer for faster coverage. Feed with an acid fertilizer early spring; repeat after flowering. Keep roots cool with a thick layer of mulch.
What is the history of Scarletta Leucothoe?
Leucothoe is the name of the daughter of Orchamus, king of Babylonia from ancient mythology. This genus of ericaceous plants includes over forty species throughout the Americas and eastern Asia. This species was first introduced in 1793. This species is native to North American and habits a range covering Virginia, Georgia and Tennessee.
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