With recent breeding improvements, Leucothoe is quickly gaining in popularity. Burning Love has a naturally dense, compact habit. Evergreen foliage starts out red/bronze in spring, turning to green in summer, then a deep burgundy red/purple in the winter.
3b–7, 15–17
-10°F to 0°F USDA zones 6–10
2.5' H x 2.5' W
Accent, Container, Hedge, Low Hedge, Mass planting, Woodland Garden
Evergreen
Moderate
Full coastal sun to part shade in hotter climates
Compact habit, Heat Tolerance, Returns Year After Year, Winter / Fall Foliage Color, Year-Round Interest
Feature
Dark red new foliage ages to green in summer and purple in winter
Spring
Medium Water Once Established
Fertilize yearly in spring
Pruning
No pruning needed
Moist, well-drained acidic soil
1. Dig in your native soil a hole as deep and wide as the container. We recommend planting in native soil for best acclimation.
2. Fill the hole with water and thoroughly water the new plant; allow both to drain.
3. Gently place the plant on its side and remove the pot. Place your hand on the bottom of the plant and put it in the hole.
4. Return native soil around the root ball, wetting and gently tamping down.
5. To complete, create a shallow trench around the base of the plant to contain the water when watering.
6. Mulch 1–2” deep around the plant, avoiding the area closest to the stem.
