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Rainbow Leucothoe | Leucothoe fontanesiana 'Rainbow'
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Rainbow Leucothoe | Leucothoe fontanesiana 'Rainbow'

North Carolina Native The red stems and creamy-yellow and rosy-pink color on the new growth of this plant make it a real show off in a shrub border. Best growth in sites with morning sunlight. Photos courtesy of Toms Creek Nursery in Denton, NC Ornamental Characteristics Category Evergreen Shrub Environmental Characteristics

evergreen shrub foundation planting low maintenance shrub deer resistant Piedmont NC 3G partial shade spring blooming white flowers woodland garden shade shrub variegated foliage NC native plant Leucothoe fontanesiana Rainbow Leucothoe
$ 25.00 $ 25.00
  • Size
  • Latin Name
  • Foliage Type
  • Height
  • Spread
  • Shape
  • Primary Foliage Color
  • Seasonal Foliage Color
  • Flowering Season
  • Flower Color
  • Growth Rate
  • Sun Preferences
  • Water Preferences
  • Cold Hardiness Zone
  • Fruits
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Specifications

Size 3 gallon container
Latin Name Leucothoe fontanesiana 'Rainbow'
Foliage Type Evergreen
Height 2'-4'
Spread 4'-8'
Shape Graceful Upright & Spreading
Primary Foliage Color Creamy-yellow (Rosy-pink color on the new growth)
Seasonal Foliage Color Creamy-yellow (Rosy-pink color on the new growth)
Flowering Season Spring
Flower Color White (April - May)
Growth Rate Slow
Sun Preferences Morning Sun
Water Preferences Average: Ensure planting area is prepared for proper drainage. Standing water can result in root rot.
Cold Hardiness Zone 5-9
Fruits N/A