Product description
Also known as switch ivy or dog hobble, Leucothoe Curly Red is an usual small shrub with interesting foliage. The elliptic to ovate leaves have a curled, puckered shape that gives the appearance of them having been twisted. Young leaves start out an orangey shade of red in spring before maturing to a glossy dark green during the summer months. As autumn arrives and winter approaches, the leaves change again, adopting a crimson then purple hue throughout the coldest months of the year.
In spring, white flowers appear over the foliage. However, the blooms are insignificant and don’t detract at all from the foliage. The flowers are followed by bright red berries that attract birds to the garden in autumn.
Leucothoe Curly Red is a low maintenance evergreen shrub that is easy to care for. It thrives in partial shade or full shade in moist acidic soil that doesn’t get waterlogged. Pruning requirements are limited to cutting away dead or damaged branches.
This is an excellent choice of shrub for providing ground cover in borders and banks. It is also well-suited to container gardening and grows well in pots.
Please Note: When purchasing plants, please consider that each live item is unique and may therefore differ from the images shown, which are for illustration purposes only. The plant will be supplied in a growers pot. Depending on season, some plants may be pruned back to encourage growth and deciduous plants may arrive without leaves.
Dog Hobble
Leucothoe 'Curly Red'
Leucothoe 'Curly Red'
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Product description
Also known as switch ivy or dog hobble, Leucothoe Curly Red is an usual small shrub with interesting foliage. The elliptic to ovate leaves have a curled, puckered shape that gives the appearance of them having been twisted. Young leaves start out an orangey shade of red in spring before maturing to a glossy dark green during the summer months. As autumn arrives and winter approaches, the leaves change again, adopting a crimson then purple hue throughout the coldest months of the year.
In spring, white flowers appear over the foliage. However, the blooms are insignificant and don’t detract at all from the foliage. The flowers are followed by bright red berries that attract birds to the garden in autumn.
Leucothoe Curly Red is a low maintenance evergreen shrub that is easy to care for. It thrives in partial shade or full shade in moist acidic soil that doesn’t get waterlogged. Pruning requirements are limited to cutting away dead or damaged branches.
This is an excellent choice of shrub for providing ground cover in borders and banks. It is also well-suited to container gardening and grows well in pots.
Please Note: When purchasing plants, please consider that each live item is unique and may therefore differ from the images shown, which are for illustration purposes only. The plant will be supplied in a growers pot. Depending on season, some plants may be pruned back to encourage growth and deciduous plants may arrive without leaves.
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Garden Plant Size Guide
Plants in larger pots can be multiple years older than their smaller counterparts with more mature root systems and foliage. This makes them able to thrive as a full size plant in your garden quicker than smaller alternatives.
The most common size of pot that garden plants come in are 9cm/1L/3L/5L this is in reference to the diameter at the top of the pot.
9cm potted plants still remain the most popular cost effective option though, they just may take a little patience to allow them to grow into full maturity once planted in your garden.
Plant specs, care guide & tips
Key features
Specifications
When to plant
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Planting and period of interest times are general guidelines and may vary based on your location and conditions. For best results, consult local gardening resources.
Instructions
Top Tip
Leucothoe thrives in acidic, well-drained soil. Mulch around the base to retain moisture and protect roots from extreme temperatures.
How to Water
Water Leucothoe regularly, keeping the soil moist but not soggy. Water deeply during dry spells, especially in warmer months. Ensure good drainage to prevent root rot, as these plants prefer consistently moist conditions.
How to Plant
Plant Leucothoe in well-drained, acidic, moist soil in a partly shaded or shaded area. Dig a hole twice as wide as the root ball, place the plant, and backfill with soil. Water thoroughly and mulch around the base to help retain moisture.
