Southern Living Plant Collection - Red Diamond Compact Loropetalum, Evergreen Shrub with Deep Purple Foliage and Red Blooms

Introducing the Red Diamond Loropetalum, a stunning evergreen shrub from the Southern Living Plant Collection! With its vibrant candy red blooms in early spring, this variety stands out as the reddest of all loropetalum cultivars and creates a striking contrast against its dark foliage. The abundance of blossoms completely transforms the shrub's appearance during the blooming cycle, and it continues to sporadically rebloom from early summer to fall. The purple and burgundy leaves maintain their color year-round, adding dynamic color to any landscape.

As new growth emerges in spring, the leaves take on a soft purple hue before maturing to dark purple and burgundy. The Red Diamond Loropetalum reaches a mature size of 6 feet tall and 6 feet wide, making it an ideal choice for landscapes where space is limited. Its naturally compact growth habit means that pruning is optional or infrequent, adding to its low-maintenance appeal. Whether used as a hedge, in a container, as an accent, or for mass planting, this versatile shrub is sure to make an impact.

Please note that this item is not available in Hawaii and Alaska and ships in a pot with soil. It is suitable for USDA Zones 7-10 and is designated as Loropetalum chinense 'Shang-Red' from the Southern Living Plant Collection. With its deep vivid red blooms in late winter to early spring and sporadically throughout summer and fall, this variety promises to add beauty and color to your garden. The Red Diamond Loropetalum thrives in full sun to part shade and requires well-conditioned soil, direct sunlight, mulching, and regular watering 3-4 times a week to ensure optimal growth and flowering.

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