Leucothoe axillaris ‘Curly Red’ (Coastal Dog Hobble)

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.