Crimson Fire™ Loropetalum

PP#22,534. Cultivar: 'PIILC-I'.

Prepare to impress your friends with the Crimson Fire™ Lorepetalum.

The Crimson Fire™ Lorepetalum is a plant guaranteed to bring oohs and ahs to your garden. Standing approximately two and a half feet high, this flowering, evergreen shrub is excellent for planting in foundations and in small spaces. The brilliant red and burgundy coloring of the foliage adds a splash of color throughout the entire year. Every spring, the cheerful, bright pink blooms are a delight to the eye as well as an irresistible temptation to both hummingbirds and butterflies. Consider planting the Crimson Fire™ Lorepetalum in shady areas and along borders.

This shrub is very easy to grow and adapts to nearly every environment. The Crimson Fire™ grows best in sandy, well-drained soils. Because the plant tends to spread excessively, many gardeners use this plant as a ground cover. The easily manageable size makes this a great plant for container gardening. The Crimson Fire™, a deer resistant, fast-growing plant, is a great addition to any garden.

SKU: 36256
Genus: Loropetalum
Species: chinensis var. rubrum
Variety: 'PIILC-I'
Item Form: 2-Quart
Bloom Color: Pink
Foliage Color: BurgundyRed
Light Requirements: Full SunPart Shade
Moisture Requirements: Moist, well-drained
Soil Type: Clay, Normal, loamy, Poor, Sandy
Bloom Start: Mid Spring
Uses:

• Beds
• Border
• Containers
• Fall Color
• Foliage Interest
• Ornamental
• Specimen

Special Features:

• Bird Lovers
• Butterfly Lovers
• Easy Care Plants
• Evergreen
• Fall Color
• Flower
• Hummingbird Lovers

Hardiness Zones: 7 - 9
State Shipping Restrictions: GU, HI, PR, VI