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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.
Specifications
- 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
Conditions
- 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
Additional Features
- 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.
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Prepared 22 July 2026