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Loropetalum chinense var. rubrum Purple Diamond® PP18331

Scientific Name: Loropetalum chinense var. rubrum 'Shang-hi'

Also Known As

  • Loropetalum chinense 'Purple Diamond'
  • Chinese Fringe Flower

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 4'-5'
  • W: 5'

planting zones

  • 7a-9a

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Loropetalum chinense var. rubrum Purple Diamond® PP18331 plant details

Loropetalum chinense var. rubrum Purple Diamond® PP18331 is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with burgundy foliage. In spring pink flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Loropetalum chinense var. rubrum Purple Diamond® PP18331

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: hamamelidaceae
Foliage: evergreen burgundy
Mature size: 5 FT wide, 4 FT - 5 FT - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in spring

GROWING CONDITIONS for Loropetalum chinense var. rubrum Purple Diamond® PP18331

USDA Zones: 7a - 9a
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A compact, small sized evergreen shrub with showy tassel like pink flowers in late winter, early spring. 'Purple Diamond' is a nice mid sized accent shrub which can be used for mass plantings, slopes or to bring out the color of other plants. The deep, rich purple foliage of 'Purple Diamond' will hold its color throughout the season.

Gardening facts about Loropetalum chinense var. rubrum Purple Diamond® PP18331 plant

How to Grow Loropetalum chinense var. rubrum Purple Diamond® PP18331

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • burgundy
  • Flower Color

    • pink
  • Wildlife

    • bees
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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