Scientific Name: Loropetalum Chinense Rubrum Plum Delight
Type of Plant: Shrub
Description: Dark purple/red-leaved shrub with bright pink blooms.
Blooming: Bright pink flowers in fall.
Fruit: No
Climate Requirements: Heat tolerant, cold tolerant and drought tolerant.
Prefers sun or partial shade.
Care Requirements: Can be pruned to maintain compact shape, standard form, topiary design or left alone for a more natural cascading effect.
Fertilize 2 x a year.
Special Needs: Does not like reclaimed water!
Special Uses/Attributes: Incredibly beautiful enhancement to any landscape project as its “punch” of purple color sets it apart from many other shrubs.
Florida Native: No