Leucothoe 'Burning Love'Burning Love Leucothoe

The Leucothoe ‘Burning Love’, or Burning Love Leucothoe, is a compact evergreen shrub prized for its vibrant foliage that changes color throughout the seasons. Its glossy, lance-shaped leaves emerge green and transition to rich burgundy and deep red tones, creating year-round interest. This low-growing shrub is perfect for borders, mass planting, containers, or shaded areas in the garden.

Hardy and low-maintenance, Burning Love thrives in cool, moist environments, adding striking color and texture to woodland or contemporary garden designs.

المواصفات

• Height0.5–1 meter
• Width0.5–1 meter
• Native toHybrid cultivar (parent species from North America)
• FoliageGlossy, lance-shaped leaves in green, burgundy, and red tones; evergreen
• Growth rateSlow to moderate

الظروف

• SoilPrefers well-drained, acidic, humus-rich soils; tolerates loamy and sandy types
• LightPartial to full shade; foliage color intensifies in shaded conditions
• WaterModerate to high; thrives in consistently moist soil
• ClimateThrives in temperate regions

خصائص إضافية

• FlowersSmall, white, bell-shaped blooms in spring, adding subtle seasonal charm
• UsesIdeal for borders, shaded groundcover, mass planting, containers, or woodland gardens
• SpacingPlant 0.5–1 meter apart for dense coverage or individual displays
• Low MaintenanceRequires minimal pruning; remove old or damaged foliage as needed
• Pest ResistanceGenerally pest-free with proper care
• Seasonal AppealVibrant foliage transitions offer year-round beauty
• VersatilitySuitable for shaded or woodland garden designs

The Burning Love Leucothoe is a colorful and versatile shrub, perfect for adding rich tones and lush greenery to shaded and low-maintenance garden areas.