Red Diamond Loropetalum

Southern Living Plants

$29.99
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$29.99
  • Zones 7-10
  • Height 6 feet
  • Spread 6 feet

Red Diamond Midsize Loropetalum, Loropetalum chinense ‘Shang-Red’, is a compact evergreen shrub with four seasons of dark burgundy foliage. Blooms red in late winter to early spring. Makes a dramatic accent in the shrub border or as in mass plantings. Perfect for a colorful, informal hedge.

Red Diamond Midsize Loropetalum Care

Plant in well-drained soil, rich in organic matter. Water regularly to establish and then when soil becomes dry. Fertilize yearly in late spring. Prune after flowering.

Red Diamond Midsize Loropetalum Spacing

Plant 8 feet apart in the shrub border. When establishing a hedge, plant 5-6 feet apart, measuring from the center of each plant.

Red Diamond Midsize Loropetalum Plant Facts

USDA Hardiness Zones: 7-10
Flower Color(s): Deep Red
Bloom Period: Spring to Fall
Foliage Color(s): Dark Burgundy
Light Exposure: Partial Shade to Full Sun
Height: 6 Feet
Spread: 6 Feet
Habit: Compact
Watering: Medium
Features: Deer Resistant, Rebloomer, Interest Year-Round
Scientific Name: Loropetalum chinense 'Shang-Red'
Common Name: Red Diamond™ Midsize Loropetalum
Brand: Southern Living Plants
SKU:
RDDMLOR

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

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

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

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

#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

#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

#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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Plant Addicts guarantees your plant(s) will arrive happy and healthy, but the plant(s) are being shipped through the mail and accidents happen. If the plant is dead, has dried out roots or the incorrect item was shipped just notify Plant Addicts within 3 days upon delivery. We may ask for pictures but will try to make it as easy as possible for you. Please note plant(s) with damaged branches or wilted leaves will not qualify for this guarantee. Plants are very resilient and will rebound quickly when cared for correctly.

For information on how to care for you new plant please check out our guide. Guide: How to Care for Your New Plant(s)

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We encourage all plant lovers to purchase the Plant Addicts Warranty whether you’re new or an expert. There are many variables outside our control and yours that can cause the demise of your plant(s). Examples would be hungry animals, drought, poor soil conditions, over watering, disease, insects & many other factors. The Plant Addicts Warranty is a 1 year warranty protecting you from all the unknowns and will replace your plant if it moves on to the plant afterlife.

The warranty is purchased on a per plant basis and must be purchased at the same time as the plant purchase. We will cover 100% of the price of the plant but the warranty does not cover shipping cost. Simply let us know if your plant has died within one year of receiving it and we’ll get you a new one shipped out. We may ask for photos for documentation purposes but again we’ll try to make it as easy as possible.

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Guide: How to Care for Your New Plant(s)

Planter Shipping

Standard Colors: 2-3 business days

Special Order Colors: 8 weeks - this is due to the planter being custom made with the color(s) of your choice

Please Note: On special orders there can not be any cancellations

Plant Shipping

Time of Order:

Summer Shipping

  • 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.

5 Reviews - Red Diamond Loropetalum Show Reviews

  • 5
    BEAUTIFUL

    Posted by Customer on Apr 26, 2023

    Plant arrived quickly in excellent condition. Planting in Central Texas in Apr. Doing well, new leaves opened right away. Highly recommended.

  • 5
    Loved the...

    Posted by Janice McAnally on Oct 20, 2022

    The plant arrived healthy and vigorous. It is a lovely plant and I'm sure I'll buy more from you. Your shipping was super fast too.

  • 3
    It was somewhat eaten by...

    Posted by Cathleen Merenda on Aug 27, 2022

    I’ve order other plants & didn’t have then arrive like this. It’s doing fine but I hope it didn’t bring new insects into my garden,

  • 5
    Red Diamond...

    Posted by Susan Wilkinson on Feb 13, 2022

    Great plants. Survived well during shipping to CA. Ready to plant. Colors are gorgeous. Would do business with Plant Addicts again. Thank you.

  • 5
    great plant

    Posted by Olivia Courtland on Jan 08, 2022

    It is a great plant, was affordable, and is very low maintenance.