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LEUCOTHOE (Leucothoe) |
| These excellent broadleaf evergreen shrubs are good for underplanting rhododendrons as they like the same soil conditions (peaty soil that is moist, but well drained) and because they tolerate a good bit of shade. |
| LEUCOTHOE axillaris |
Coast Leucothoe |
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| Height: 2-4' Width: 3-6' | Zone: 5 |
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| Leathery rich green leaves turn bronze or purple in winter. Fragrant, urn-shaped white flowers in short clusters appear in spring. | |||
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| LEUCOTHOE fontanesiana 'Rainbow' |
Rainbow Drooping Leucothoe |
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| Height: 3-5' Width: 3-5' | Zone: 4 |
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| Gracefully arching, striking red stems with colorful, mottled leaves. Showy, pendulous clusters of white flowers provide wonderful contrast in spring. Effective as hedge, or clip to make a nice ground cover. Good cut flowers. Evergreen. Slow grower. | |||
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