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- Partial Sun (5 - 6 Hours Of Direct Sunlight)
- Mature Height 3 - 6 Feet
- Mature Spread 3 - 6 Feet
- Growing Zones 6 - 8
Coast leucothoe is a stellar, low-maintenance shrub option that provides multi-season interest in shady areas. Also known as coastal doghobble or fetterbush, this plant has a mounding, upright spreading form but a manageable size and growth rate. The leaves stay on the plant year-round, changing from deep green in the summer to purple and bronze in the fall. In late spring to early summer, clusters of white flowers bloom along the stems.
The coast leucothoe is native to the eastern United States. It has a sturdy root system and the flowers attract pollinators, so it is a solid addition to a woodland or natural planting or along a steep area like a river bank. Consider it a viable alternative to boxwoods and a great companion to rhododendrons in a woodsy setting.
Coast Leucothoe Care
The Coast Leucothoe performs best in an area with shade or partial shade but in very humid areas should have at least six hours of sunlight to avoid leaf diseases. If growing in full sunlight, make sure there is ample soil moisture. This shrub prefers moist, rich, acidic-soils. If rainfall and soil moisture are inadequate, plan to water it at least weekly during hot, dry weather. In USDA zone 5, plant the coast leucothoe in a protected area and spread mulch thickly over the root zone before winter.
Coast leucothoe generally need little or no pruning. Cut off any broken stems or shoots or suckers that look out of place as they appear. The plant can also handle a rejuvenation pruning every few years; simply cut stems off a few inches above the soil line after flowering.
Coast Leucothoe Spacing
The coast leucothoe grows slowly to reach a height of three to six feet with a similar spread. Space plants three feet apart as a hedge or staggered in a mass planting. Give each more space if using them as a specimen.
Coast Leucothoe Information
| USDA Hardiness Zones: 6 - 8 |
| Plant Type: Bushes |
| Light Exposure: Partial Sun (5 - 6 Hours Of Direct Sunlight) |
| Mature Height: 3 - 6 Feet |
| Mature Spread: 3 - 6 Feet |
| Spacing: 3 - 6 Feet |
| Habit: Mounded |
| Flower Color(s): White |
| Flower Description: |
| Bloom Period: |
| Foliage Type: Evergreen |
| Foliage Color(s): Green, Red |
| Foliage Description: Multi-Color |
| Seasonal Interest: Spring Flowering |
| Watering: Average |
| Resists: Deer |
| Tolerates: Drought |
| Attracts: Bees, Birds |
| Container Role: |
| Uses: Borders, Hedges & Privacy, Mass Planting, Specimen or Focal Point, Wildlife Gardens |
| Features: Attracts Pollinators, Foliage Interest, Low Maintenance |
| Brand: |
| Common Name: Coast Leucothoe |
| Other Name(s): |
| Scientific Name: LEUCOTHOE AXILLARIS |
- SKU:
- 1000660-pc
Container Sizes
Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on; type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.
4.5" Pot
Also Know As:
4.5" Container
Plant Age:
~ 6 months
Plant Size:
~ 3"-6"
Pot Size:
~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
Volume:
1.42 quarts
Quart Pot
Also Know As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts
2.5 Quart
Also Know As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
#1 Pot
Also Know As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts
#2 Pot
Also Know As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons
#3 Pot
Also Know As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons
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- If there is extreme heat we’ll delay shipping.
- We’ll have to review what areas the plants are traveling through along with your location
Once your plant is shipped you’ll receive an email with tracking information. Depending on the above criteria we’ll ship your plant(s) towards beginning of the following week from your order. We put together this helpful guide of what to do when you receive your plants in the mail.
It is important to know that all of our plants are clearly labeled for which growing zones the plant can survive in. The plants are thoroughly trialed and tested in every growing zone before we state the plant can grow in a zone. Again, our #1 priority is to ship the plants to you healthy and ready to thrive in your location. So we will do everything in our power to do so.
