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Leucothoe fontanesiana 'Rainbow'

Rainbow Leucothoe or Fetterbush

Plant photo of: Leucothoe fontanesiana 'Rainbow'
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Information by: J.J. Neilson Arboretum        Photographer:

 

Description

The leaves found on this alternate, simple evergreen extend from long, spreading, arching branches. These leaves are dark green on top and lighter in tone on the underside, and are weighed down with a large display of fountain-like flowers.

 

Plant Type

Broadleaf Evergreen, Shrub

Height Range

1-3', 3-6'

Flower Color

White

Flower Season

Spring

Leaf Color

Dark Green, Light Green, Pink, Red, White, Variegated

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Half, Shade

Water

Medium, High, Extra in Summer

Growth Rate

Slow

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam

Soil Condition

Average, Rich, Well-drained, Moist

Soil pH

Acid

Adverse Factors

Poisonous

Design Styles

Japanese, Wild Garden, Woodland

Accenting Features

Fall Color, Showy Flowers, Unusual Foliage

Seasonal Interest

Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall

Location Uses

Entry, Shrub Border, Foundation, Swimming Pool

Special Uses

Cascade, Filler, Mass Planting

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Consider replacing some lawn areas with groundcovers, trees, and shrubs.

Good candidates for removal are portions of large lawns, areas where no one uses the grass, patches that don't grow well, or spaces too small to water without overspray.