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Red Diamond™ Midsize Loropetalum

Loropetalum chinense 'Shang-Red'

This new, compact loropetalum has the reddest blooms of all cultivars. Dark burgundy foliage retains its color throughout the year. Great for specimen planting, mass plantings and borders.

Light Needs

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Full Sun to Part Shade

USDA Zones

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USDA Zones 7a - 10b

mature dimensions

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6′ high x 6′ wide
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More About Red Diamond™ Midsize Loropetalum

Bloom/Feature

Deep, vivid red blooms late winter to early spring and sporadically summer and fall

Evergreen or Deciduous?

Evergreen

Plant Hardiness

Hardy to 0°F to 10°F

Key Features

Compact Habit, Deer Resistant, Reblooming, Year-Round Interest

Flowering Season

Spring to Fall

Uses

Accent, Container, Hedge, Mass Planting

Water Needs

Medium

Fertilize

Yearly in late spring

Pruning

After spring bloom

Planting Instructions

• Water before planting

• Plant in full sun to part shade

• Dig hole 2X the width of pot

• Plant 1-2″ above ground soil level, backfill hole with soil

• Water deeply to settle, then add more soil if needed

• Mulch 1-2″ deep around plant, avoiding area closest to stem

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