Suzanne Fringe Flower

Loropetalum chinense 'Suzanne'

Pronunciation: lor-oh-PET-ah-lum chi-NEN-see
SKU #00993
7-9

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The deep, reddish maroon colored foliage is covered by masses of fragrant hot pink flower clusters. Mature specimens have attractive peeling bark. Makes a fine accent, border, or screen plant. Mass together for an exciting display of color. Evergreen.
LIGHT: Full sun, Partial sun
WATER: Water when top 3 inches of soil is dry.
SIZE: Compact grower to 3 to 4 ft. tall and wide.

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This Plant's Growing Zones: 7-9

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Bloom TimeSpring, repeating through summer and fall.
Deciduous/EvergreenEvergreen
Special FeaturesAttractive Bark, Dramatic Foliage Color, Compact Form
Growth RateModerate
Growth HabitRounded
Flower AttributesFragrant, Showy Flowers
Landscape UseContainer, Hedge
Design IdeasThis smaller fringe flower makes a bold statement in foundation planting along building walls and fence lines. Add to a mixed border for outstanding burgundy foliage accent. Integrate into the back of the perennial border for contrast opportunities. Looks natural in woodland landscapes where left to grow in natural style.
Flower ColorPink
Foliage ColorRed
Companion PlantsHeavenly Bamboo (Nandina); Smoke Tree (Cotinus); Kohuhu (Pittosporum); Juniper (Juniperus); Camellia (Camellia)
Care InstructionsFollow 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.
LoreThe red leaf Loropetalum was found in China at the same time and perhaps by the very same expedition that discovered the dawn redwood, a plant formerly thought extinct.
Details
Bloom TimeSpring, repeating through summer and fall.
Deciduous/EvergreenEvergreen
Special FeaturesAttractive Bark, Dramatic Foliage Color, Compact Form
Growth RateModerate
Growth HabitRounded
Flower AttributesFragrant, Showy Flowers
Style
Landscape UseContainer, Hedge
Design IdeasThis smaller fringe flower makes a bold statement in foundation planting along building walls and fence lines. Add to a mixed border for outstanding burgundy foliage accent. Integrate into the back of the perennial border for contrast opportunities. Looks natural in woodland landscapes where left to grow in natural style.
Flower ColorPink
Foliage ColorRed
Companion PlantsHeavenly Bamboo (Nandina); Smoke Tree (Cotinus); Kohuhu (Pittosporum); Juniper (Juniperus); Camellia (Camellia)
Care
Care InstructionsFollow 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.
History
LoreThe red leaf Loropetalum was found in China at the same time and perhaps by the very same expedition that discovered the dawn redwood, a plant formerly thought extinct.

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