Loropetalum chinensis var. rubrum ‘Daybreak’s Flame’
Loropetalum chinense ‘Daybreak’s Flame’ has purplish-red new growth and mid to bright pink fringed flowers.
Loropetalum chinense is a handsome shrub with bold white, pink or deep pink fringed flowers set off by rich green or burgundy foliage. ‘Daybreak’s Flame’ is a low, spreading variety with purplish-red new growth which becomes green. It has mid to hot pink witch hazel-like flowers in spring that will rebloom sporadically throughout the growing season. Grow in containers and protect in winter or, in coastal BC, plant in well-drained soils in a protected location. Can be popular with hummingbirds. Tolerant of dry soils once established.
Common Name: Chinese Witch Hazel
Family: Hamamelidaceae (The Witch Hazel Family)
Zone Hardiness: 7-10
Light: Full Sun, Part Sun
Height: 2-4'
Width: 2-3'
Primary Bloom Colour: Pink
Secondary Bloom Colour: Magenta
Foliage Colour: Green, Burgundy/Red/Purple
Class: Evergreen
Type: Shrub
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Soil Moisture: Average
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Fragrance: No
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Benefits: Hummingbirds
Deer Resistant: Yes
BC Native: No
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