Credit
Sharon A. Yiesla
Scientific Name
Leucothoe fontanesiana
Last Review
Features
Leathery, evergreen leaves; drooping spikes of waxy, white flowers in spring; winter foliage turns bronze or purplish.
Culture
Partial to full shade; moist, well-drained soils; prefers acid soil.
Notes
Hot, dry winds can de damaging to the foliage.
Plant Type
Minimum Height
Height Value
3.00
Height Unit
Feet
Maximum Height
Height Value
6.00
Height Unit
Feet
Minimum Width
Width Value
3.00
Width Unit
Feet
Maximum Width
Width Value
6.00
Width Unit
Feet
Mature Form
Rounded to slightly broad rounded
Native Regions, Text
United States
Soil Conditions
Foliage Color
Fall Foliage Color
Images
Image
picID
29422
Pathogen
Size
Exposure (Outdoor)
Uses
PlantID
412