Light Needs
Mature Height
Mature Spread
Growing Zones
- Growing Zones 7-10
- Height 2-3 feet
- Spread 3-4 feet
- Partial Shade to Full Sun
The Purple Daydream Loropetalum, Loropetalum chinense ‘PPI’, is allow growing broadleaf evergreen shrub with year-round purple foliage. Clusters of pink flowers each spring add to this standout’s appeal. Plant for an outstanding accent or an informal, low-growing hedge. Plant on slopes or in mass groupings.
Purple Daydream Dwarf Loropetalum Care
Plant in well-drained, acidic soil. Water regularly until established. Feed with an acid fertilizer in late spring after the blooms have faded. Pruning not generally needed. Prune to shape, if desired, after the spring bloom.
Purple Daydream Dwarf Loropetalum Spacing
Plant 5-6 feet apart in the shrub border or in mass plantings. For hedges, space 3 to 3 ½ feet apart, measured from the center of each plant.
Purple Daydream Dwarf Loropetalum Plant Facts
| USDA Hardiness Zones: 7-10 |
| Flower Color(s): Pink |
| Bloom Period: Spring |
| Foliage Color(s): Dark Purple |
| Light Exposure: Partial Shade to Full Sun |
| Height: 2-3 Feet |
| Spread: 3-4 Feet |
| Habit: Mounded |
| Watering: Medium |
| Features: Deer Resistant, Dwarf, Rebloomer, Winter/Fall Foliage Color, Interest Year-Round |
| Scientific Name: Loropetalum chinense ‘PPI’ PP25471 |
| Common Name: Purple Daydream® Dwarf Loropetalum |
| Brand: Southern Living Plants |
- SKU:
- PRDDLOR
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.
Quart Pot
Also Known 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 Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 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 Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts
#2 Pot
Also Known 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 Known 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
#5 Pot
Also Known As:
#5 Container
5 Gallon
Plant Age:
~3-4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 20" - 60"
Pot Size:
~11" H x 10 1/2” W
Volume:
3.5 - 4 gallons
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Pre-Ordered Plants
Pre-ordered plants are scheduled to ship in Spring 2025. We carefully plan our shipping dates based on your USDA Plant Hardiness Zone to ensure optimal planting conditions upon arrival. Want it sooner/later? Reach out, and we'll try our best to accommodate.
Estimated Spring Shipping Schedule
Estimated ship week for pre-ordered plants will ship based on growing zones as shown below.
| Growing Zone | Estimated Ship Week |
|---|---|
| Zone 10 | March 24th |
| Zone 9 | March 31st |
| Zone 8 | April 7th |
| Zone 7 | April 14th |
| Zone 6b | April 21st |
| Zone 6a | April 28th |
| Zone 5b | May 5th |
| Zone 5a | May 12th |
| Zone 4 | May 19th |
| Zone 3 | May 26th |
Note: These are only estimated ship dates. Plants may ship out later depending on weather & growing conditions of the plant.
Note: Only plants indicated as pre-order will ship as shown above. All other plants and hard goods will ship as normal.
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