Species Chinese fringe-flower
Magenta flowers with pink sepal and stems, olive-burgundy leaves, yellow midrib and veins

Chinese fringe-flower

Loropetalum chinense f. rubrum 'Razzle-Dazzle'

The Chinese fringe-flower (Loropetalum chinense f. rubrum 'Razzle-Dazzle') is an evergreen shrub native to East Asia. With an upright, vase-like shape and glossy, purple-red leaves, it is an eye-catching addition to any garden. It produces delicate, lacey pink flowers in the spring that attract pollinators like hummingbirds and bees. It prefers acidic, well-draining soil and can tolerate full sun to partial shade. If given proper care, this shrub can grow to be up to six feet tall and wide. It is also slow-growing, making it a low-maintenance plant for gardens of all sizes. Perfect for brightening up borders or foundation planting!

Cycle:

Perennial

Watering:

Average

Propagation:

Cutting,Grafting Propagation,Layering Propagation,Division,Seed Propagation

Hardiness Zone:

7 - 10

Flowers:

Pink Flowers

Sun:

Full sun,part shade

Leaf:

Yes

Growth Rate:

High

Maintenance:

Low

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

Care Level:

Medium

watering

Chinese fringe-flower (Loropetalum chinense f. rubrum 'Razzle-Dazzle') should be watered once per week and should receive around 1 inch of water or 1-2 gallons of water per plant. The soil should be kept moist but not soggy. In hot summer months, it may require more frequent watering. If the soil starts to dry, it is time to give your Chinese fringe-flower a drink.

sunlight

Chinese fringe-flower (Loropetalum chinense f. rubrum 'Razzle-Dazzle') requires full sun for best flower color and growth. Ideally it should receive at least 4-6 hours of direct sunlight each day. If grown in shade or part shade, it will still flower but the flower color will be less vibrant and the growth may be reduced. When growing in areas with extended hot summers, it is best to provide some afternoon shade for the Chinese fringe-flower in order to avoid sun scald.

pruning

Chinese fringe-flower should be pruned in late winter or early spring, before new growth begins. Prune the plant lightly, focusing on removing any dead, diseased or broken branches. Thin out the thin branches if the plant is becoming over-crowded and if desired, prune lower branches to create a tree-like shape. Avoid cutting into the main branches as this can weaken the plant.

Season

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Starts Flowering

Chinese fringe-flower typically starts flowering in late winter or early spring, usually between February and April.

Starts Flowering

Chinese fringe-flower typically starts flowering in late winter or early spring, usually between February and April.

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