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Leucothoe fontanesiana

Drooping Leucothoe, Dog-Hobble

Plant photo of: Leucothoe fontanesiana
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Information by:         Photographer: Jennifer Chandler/Devine

 

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.

 

Sun

Half, Shade

Water

High, Extra in Summer

Growth Rate

Slow

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam

Soil Condition

Average, Rich, Well-drained

Soil pH

Acid, Neutral

Adverse Factors

Poisonous

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.