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 |
| 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) |
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| Environmental Characteristics |
| 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 to 9 |
