Leucothoe axillaris ‘Curly Red’ (Coastal Dog Hobble)
Coastal Dog Hobble 'Curly Red', Swamp Dog-Laurel 'Curly Red', Leucothoe 'Curly Red'
Noted for its striking curling leaves, Leucothoe axillaris ‘Curly Red’ (Coastal Dog Hobble) is an evergreen shrub prized for its thick, shiny, leathery, gracefully twisted leaves changing color throughout the seasons. Emerging orange-red, the leaves mature to a dark green before turning scarlet-red in the fall and purple in winter. Clusters of slightly fragrant, heather-like, white flowers bloom in spring, followed by small, red berries. The compact and dense growth habit of this Coastal Dog Hobble selection makes it ideal for small spaces. A desirable evergreen shrub adding interest and drama to mixed borders or containers.
- Grows up to 4-5 ft. tall (120-150 cm) and 5-6 ft. wide (150-180 cm) if not trimmed.
- A part shade to full shade lover, this plant is easily grown in moist, acid soil.
- Perfect as a groundcover, for edging, banks and slopes, containers.
- Low maintenance, this plant is generally disease and pest free.
- Propagate by seed and semi-hardwood cuttings.
- No routine pruning necessary. Remove diseased, damaged, congested or crossing shoots.
- Toxic to dogs, toxic to cats, toxic to horses.
Requirements
| Hardiness |
6 - 9 |
|---|---|
| Climate Zones | 4, 5, 6, 7, 15, 16, 17 |
| Plant Type | Shrubs |
| Plant Family | Ericaceae |
| Exposure | Partial Sun, Shade |
| Season of Interest |
Spring (Early, Mid, Late) Summer (Early, Mid, Late) Fall Winter |
| Height |
4' - 5' (120cm - 150cm) |
| Spread |
5' - 6' (150cm - 180cm) |
| Spacing | 72" (180cm) |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Soil Type | Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Poorly Drained |
| Characteristics | Showy, Evergreen |
| Tolerance | Full Shade |
| Garden Uses | Banks And Slopes, Beds And Borders, Edging, Ground Covers, Patio And Containers |
| Garden Styles | Informal and Cottage |
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While every effort has been made to describe these plants accurately, please keep in mind that height, bloom time, and color may differ in various climates. The description of these plants has been written based on numerous outside resources.
Requirements
| Hardiness |
6 - 9 |
|---|---|
| Climate Zones | 4, 5, 6, 7, 15, 16, 17 |
| Plant Type | Shrubs |
| Plant Family | Ericaceae |
| Exposure | Partial Sun, Shade |
| Season of Interest |
Spring (Early, Mid, Late) Summer (Early, Mid, Late) Fall Winter |
| Height |
4' - 5' (120cm - 150cm) |
| Spread |
5' - 6' (150cm - 180cm) |
| Spacing | 72" (180cm) |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Soil Type | Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Poorly Drained |
| Characteristics | Showy, Evergreen |
| Tolerance | Full Shade |
| Garden Uses | Banks And Slopes, Beds And Borders, Edging, Ground Covers, Patio And Containers |
| Garden Styles | Informal and Cottage |
