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Minus icon Plant Type Shrubs
Minus icon Height Tall 3-4'
Minus icon Spacing Plant 4-5' apart
Minus icon Bloom Time Mid-Spring to Early Summer
Minus icon Sun / Shade Mostly Sunny to Full Shade
Minus icon Growing Zones 5-8
Minus icon Soil Type Normal, Clay, Acidic
Minus icon Water Needs Medium
Minus icon Sold In Plantable Pots (3.5x3.5x4")
These varieties have been proven in trials around the world to be vigorous and easy to grow. Best of all, Proven Winners are known to be absolutely covered with vibrant, long-blooming flowers.
Leucothoe fontanesiana 'Paisley Pup®' (PP35,833)
Leucothoe fontanesiana is a native evergreen shrub valued for its graceful, arching branches and glossy foliage. The species naturally occurs in woodland settings and features dark green leaves that take on bronze-purple tints in winter. Fragrant white bell-shaped flowers appear in spring. This versatile shrub serves well in foundation plantings, woodland gardens, and shaded borders, where it provides year-round structure and interest. Genus name comes from Greek mythology, pronounced lew-KOE-thoe-ee. **Leaves and flowers of this plant are toxic if ingested. **
For best results, plant in partial to full shade with about 2-4 hours of filtered sunlight or dappled shade each day. It can tolerate a few hours of sun in the cooler parts of the day, but it prefers to be protected from the harsh afternoon sun. Thrives in rich, well-draining acidic soil but can tolerate a wide variety of soils. Keep consistently moist but not waterlogged. Regular watering during dry spells promotes healthier growth. Minimal pruning is needed, remove dead or damaged branches in early spring. Fertilize lightly in spring with an acid-loving plant fertilizer. Does not tolerate drought or windy conditions. To ensure overwintering in colder zones, mulch well for the winter and plant in a protected location.
Our plants are grown in 3.5x3.5x4” plantable pots. Made from 100% biodegradable coconut husk fibers (coir), these pots have tremendous advantages over plastic pots. With better air exchange, this "breathable" pot fosters robust root growth and reduces transplant shock since you can plant the pots directly in the ground. The pot naturally becomes part of the soil on its own over time—no composting required—and since they're made from a renewable resource that requires very little energy, they're earth-friendly too!
We offer a 100% guarantee for all our perennials to reach you in good condition and to grow. If you're not satisfied, we'll reship or refund immediately. Please don't hesitate to contact us if you have questions or concerns—we share your passion for gardening and want your new plants to thrive in your border!
We use custom, earth-friendly packaging to make sure your order arrives in great condition, and we ship based on the best planting time for your growing zone (see the approximate dates below), unless otherwise indicated at checkout. If you wish, you can indicate a specific ship date during checkout.
