Loropetalum chinense var. rubrum 'Carolina Ruby Red'

Also Known As

Loropetalum chinense 'Carolina Ruby'
Carolina Ruby Chinese Fringe Flower

Plant type

tree, shrub

size

H: 6'-8'
W: 8'

planting zones

7b-9b

Loropetalum chinense var. rubrum 'Carolina Ruby Red' plant details

Loropetalum chinense var. rubrum 'Carolina Ruby Red' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub or tree with bronze and burgundy foliage. In spring pink flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Loropetalum chinense var. rubrum 'Carolina Ruby Red'

Plant type: shrub or tree
Plant family: hamamelidaceae
Foliage: evergreen bronze and burgundy
Mature size: 8 FT wide, 6 FT - 8 FT - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in spring
Uses: distinctive bark, fragrant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Loropetalum chinense var. rubrum 'Carolina Ruby Red'

USDA Zones: 7b - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular

Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

One of the newest in dark-foliaged fringe flowers, this introduction from plantsman Ted Stephens grows to an upright 8 ft with somewhat pendulous branches clothed with burgundy, almost black leaves and bright cerise flowers. The leaves fade a bit in high summer temperatures but are still dark and attractive. This is a particularly good form to grow as a standard exposing the graceful form and mottled, flaking bark. Average summer water in sun in cool coastal climates to part shade in hotter areas. Frost hardy in USDA zone 7B.