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Purple Diamond Loropetalum, Loropetalum chinense ‘Shang-hi’, is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with four seasons of deep purple foliage. Showy, pink blooms add to the beauty of this outstanding performer. Plant as an accent in the shrub border or as a foundation planting. Makes a colorful informal hedge or mass planting.
Purple Diamond Semi-Dwarf Loropetalum Care
Plant in well-drained, acid soil. Water regularly to establish. Fertilize with acid fertilizer in the spring after flowering. Pruning rarely needed. Shape if desired after spring bloom.
Purple Diamond Semi-Dwarf Loropetalum Spacing
Plant 5-6 feet apart in the shrub border or when used as a mass planting. To create a flowering evergreen hedge, space 3.5-4 feet apart, measured from the center of each plant.
Purple Diamond Semi-dwarf Loropetalum Plant Facts
| USDA Hardiness Zones: 7-10 |
| Flower Color(s): Pink |
| Bloom Period: Spring |
| Foliage Color(s): Rich Purple |
| Light Exposure: Partial Shade to Full Sun |
| Height: 4-6 Feet |
| Spread: 4-5 Feet |
| Habit: Compact |
| Watering: Medium |
| Features: Deer Resistant, Dwarf, Rebloomer, Interest Year-Round |
| Scientific Name: Loropetalum chinense 'Shang-hi' PP18331 |
| Common Name: Purple Diamond® Semi-dwarf Loropetalum |
| Brand: Southern Living Plants |
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.
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
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
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
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
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
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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