Plants in genus loropetalum
Loropetalum chinense 'Ruby'
A compact evergreen shrub with hot pink flowers in early spring and ruby red-purple foliage. It blooms continuously over several months, is low maintenance, drought-tolerant, and deer resistant. It is native to China, Japan, and Asia, growing in USDA zones 7-11.
Loropetalum chinense 'Carolina Midnight'
Loropetalum chinense 'Carolina Midnight' is a large shrub with dark burgundy-purple foliage and spring blooms. It can grow 10-15 feet tall and 8-10 feet wide, making it suitable for large foundations, screens, or hedges. The shrub is drought-resistant once established and is not bothered by insects or deer.
Loropetalum chinense 'Red Diamond'
This evergreen shrub features candy red blooms in early spring and dark purple foliage. It reblooms from early summer to fall, reaching a mature size of 6 feet tall and wide. It is hardy in USDA Zones 7-10 and prefers full sun to partial shade with well-draining, slightly acidic soil.
Loropetalum chinense 'Purple Daydream'
This evergreen shrub has deep-colored foliage year-round and blooms in shades of darker pink. It is a dwarf variety, highly resistant to pests, and hardy in USDA zones 7-10. It grows best in full or partial sun, is moderately drought-tolerant, and reaches 2-3 feet tall and 3-4 feet wide.
Loropetalum chinense var. rubrum 'Crimson Fire'
Loropetalum chinense var. rubrum 'Crimson Fire' is an evergreen shrub with deep burgundy-red foliage and small pink fringe-like flowers in spring. It grows to about 4 feet in height and is well-suited for use as a hedge, border, or specimen plant. This low-maintenance shrub thrives in full to partial sunlight and well-drained soil.
Loropetalum chinense 'Zhuzhou'
This evergreen shrub has purple foliage that lasts all year and bright pink flowers in spring. It can be used as a privacy hedge, border planting, or small multi-trunk tree. It is fast-growing, low maintenance, and drought-resistant once established, thriving in USDA zones 7-10.
Loropetalum chinense 'Emerald Snow'
These dense shrubs have a layered growth habit and require little to no pruning. They feature green foliage with white flowers in spring and occasional blooms through summer and fall. They are dwarf semi-evergreen plants that thrive in full sun to part shade.
Loropetalum chinense 'Purple Diamond'
Loropetalum chinense 'Purple Diamond' is an evergreen shrub native to Southeast Asia and Japan, prized for its royal purple foliage and purple-pink ribbon blossoms. It grows 4-6 feet tall and wide, thriving in full sun to partial shade. This shrub is hardy in USDA zones 7a to 10b and benefits from pruning after flowering to enhance its appearance.
Loropetalum chinense 'Cerise Charm'
An evergreen shrub with burgundy foliage year-round, it produces pink flowers in spring and thrives in full sun to partial shade. It prefers well-draining soil, requires an inch of water per week, and is cold hardy in USDA zones 7-11, growing up to 3-4 feet tall and wide.
Loropetalum chinense 'Purple Pixie'
This evergreen shrub has eggplant-purple leaves and naturally weeping foliage, forming an attractive mound. It produces brilliant pink ribbon blooms in spring and periodically through fall, growing to 1-2 feet tall and 4-5 feet wide. It is hardy in USDA Zones 7-10 and prefers partial to full sun.
Loropetalum chinense var. rubrum 'Ever Red'
Loropetalum chinense var. rubrum 'Ever Red' features burgundy evergreen foliage and deep rose pink spidery blooms. It is compact, mildew-resistant, and drought-tolerant once established. This plant supports pollinators and grows well in full sun or partial shade.
Loropetalum chinense
Loropetalum chinense is an ornamental shrub or tree with white, streamer-like pompom blooms and fragrant reblooming. It features broadleaf evergreen foliage and is known for its pest resistance and deer deterrence. This plant grows 5-6 feet tall and 3-5 feet wide, thriving in USDA zones 7 to 9.
Loropetalum chinense 'Chang's Ruby'
Loropetalum chinense 'Chang's Ruby' is an evergreen shrub with eye-catching purple-red leaves and fuchsia-pink fringe flowers that bloom in early spring. This member of the Witch Hazel family is both heat and humidity-tolerant, making it suitable for USDA zones 7 to 9. It grows 3-5 feet in height and width, providing a versatile option for hedges, containers, or garden accents. The plant is drought-resistant and deer-resistant, thriving in full sun or partial shade. Its vibrant foliage and flowers attract bees and butterflies, adding ecological value to its ornamental appeal.