Species leucothoe

leucothoe

Leucothoe 'Little Flames' LEAFSCAPE

Leucothoe 'Little Flames' LEAFSCAPE is a perfect addition to any garden or landscape. It produces an abundance of brilliant, dark green foliage which is full and compact with tight, silvery-white margins.The foliage also has fiery-red new growth, which can add an extra splash of colour to your space. In the spring, clusters of tiny, fragrant rich, white flowers are produced, which attract bees and other beneficial insects. This is a versatile evergreen shrub which requires little maintenance or pruning and can perform well in most soils and climates. It's a great choice for adding a bit of colour to any area in the garden.

Cycle:

Perennial

Watering:

Average

Propagation:

Layering Propagation,Cutting,Division,Grafting Propagation

Hardiness Zone:

6 - 9

Flowers:

White Flowers In Spring

Sun:

Part shade

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green,red

Growth Rate:

Low

Maintenance:

Low

Drought Tolerant:

Yes

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

Care Level:

Moderate

watering

Leucothoe (Leucothoe 'Little Flames' LEAFSCAPE) should be watered regularly, but not excessively. Aim to keep the soil lightly moist, but not saturated. During the warmer summer months, water whenever the top few inches of soil have dried out. In the cooler winter months, you can wait to water until the top few inches of soil are fairly dry. It is best to water early in the day so that the plant has plenty of time to drink up the water before night time. Keeping an eye on the soil and giving the Leucothoe 'Little Flames' LEAFSCAPE a thorough soaking when necessary should help ensure that it stays happy and healthy!

sunlight

Leucothoe 'Little Flames' LEAFSCAPE prefers bright, but indirect sunlight. This plant species does best when placed in a spot where it will receive at least 4 hours of morning or late afternoon sun each day. It should not be placed in a spot where it will receive direct sunlight for extended periods of time since it can cause the plant’s leaves to burn. This plant prefers partial, filtered light and will thrive in these conditions.

pruning

Leucothoe 'Little Flames' LEAFSCAPE should be pruned in late winter or early spring before new growth emerges. Pruning should not be overly aggressive, and should be kept to light thinning and trimming. The goal is to maintain a naturally attractive shape while removing dead or damaged branches. Any stems that have grown too tall or that have crossed over other branches should be pruned back to the desired size and shape. This will help to keep the plant looking neat and attractive without disrupting its natural form.

Season

Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Starts Flowering

Leucothoe 'Little Flames' LEAFSCAPE typically starts flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.

Starts Flowering

Leucothoe 'Little Flames' LEAFSCAPE typically starts flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.

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