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Loropetalum chinense var. rubrum 'Purple Diamond®' ('Shang-hi')
Fringe-Flower: Patent PP18331
- » Deep, rich purple foliage all season
- » Showy pink flowers in spring and sometimes summer
- » Controlled growth
- Category:Loropetalum
- Breeder:Southern Living® Plant Collection
- Hardiness Zone:7-10
- Height:4-6 ft
- Spread:4-5 ft
- Bloom Color: Pink
- Foliage Color: Purple
Availability not guaranteed; for informational purposes only.
Attributes
| • | Accent |
| • | Border or Bed |
| • | Container |
| • | Disease Resistant |
| • | Evergreen |
| • | Focal Point |
| • | Great Foliage |
| • | Hedge |
| • | Long Blooming |
| • | Low Maintenance |
| • | Mass Planting |
Critter Resistance
| • | Deer Resistant |
Foliage Color
| • | Purple |
Season of Interest (Flowering)
| • | Spring |
Additional Information about Loropetalum chinense var. rubrum 'Purple Diamond®'
Growing only 4 to 6 feet tall and wide, Purple Diamond is just the right size for your yard. Vibrant pink flowers appear in spring atop rich purple foliage, which holds its color all season.
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Loropetalum chinense var. rubrum 'Purple Diamond®'
Water before planting.
Dig hold 2X the width of pot.
Plant 1-2” above ground soil level, backfill hole with soil.
Water and add more soil if needed.
Mulch 1-2” deep around plant, avoiding area closest to stem.