Leucothoe f Paisley Pup #3
Leucothoe f Paisley Pup #3
Paisley Pup® Leucothoe
Broadleaf evergreen with variegated foliage and fragrant flowers, Multi-season interest
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$5999
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A compact evergreen shrub valued for its colorful variegated foliage in shades of pink, cream, green, and bronze. Arching stems produce dangling clusters of fragrant white bell-shaped flowers in late spring to early summer. Attracts bees, butterflies, hummingbirds, and other pollinators. Deer resistant. Protect from harsh sun and winter winds.
Botanical Name- Leucothoe fontanesiana 'SMNLFGRV'
Pronunciation- loo-KOH-thoh-ee fon-tan-ee-see-AY-nuh
Foliage- Evergreen
Mature Width-
Mature Height-
Sun Exposure- Part shade
Soil Preferences- Requires moist, acid, well-drained, organic soil
Current Size- #3
Bloom Color- White
Bloom Time- Spring - early summer
Companion Plants- Summer Carnival Hollyhock – provides complementary texture and seasonal interest
Fauna Attracted- Bees, some shade-loving butterflies, pollinating flies
Plant Habit- Shrub
- Care Rating- Moderate
Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin -
Yearly Care Instructions- Prune damaged branches in spring; keep soil acidic and evenly moist.
Trimming Instructions- Prune in spring to shape and remove deadwood.
Fertilization Instructions- Use an acidic fertilizer (e.g., 4-6-4) in spring; moderate feeding need. In clay soil, add compost to maintain moisture without waterlogging.
Fertilizer Recommendation- Holly-tone
Possible Issues- Leaf spot, root rot
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