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Hamamelidaceae
Loropetalum chinense
Product Code:
PLT-0132
Width:
65,00
(cm)
Height:
130,00
(cm)
Depth:
65,00
(cm)
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Variant:
Standard
Source:
Italy
$161.10
Make an instant statement at your entrance or patio with Purple Loropetalum in a clean, modern tree form. Its richly colored burgundy foliage looks premium all year, while the delicate pink fringe flowers add a seasonal highlight. Tough, adaptable, and easy to shape—this is the go-to choice for elegant landscaping in containers or beds.
1. Basic Identification
Common Name: Purple Loropetalum
Botanical Name: Loropetalum chinense
Former Name: Not available
Plant Type: Ornamental flowering shrub
Plant Code / SKU: PLT-0132
Alternative Names:
Chinese fringe flower
Chinese witch hazel
لوروباتريوم
2. Taxonomy & Classification
Order: Saxifragales
Family: Hamamelidaceae
Genus: Loropetalum
3. Origin & Distribution
Native to southeastern China and Japan.
Widely cultivated in temperate regions worldwide; naturalized in parts of the southeastern United States (USDA zones 7–10).
4. Visual Characteristics
Evergreen shrub or small tree form with multi-stemmed habit when trained as a standard.
Leaves: Elliptical, 2–4 cm long, deep burgundy to purple year-round, may flush red on new growth.
Flowers: Clusters of narrow, strap-like petals in vivid pink, appearing in spring (March–April), adding a delicate fringe contrast to dark foliage.
5. Size & Dimensions
Mature height: 1.5–3 m (5–10 ft); trained standard typically 1.2–1.8 m (4–6 ft) with 0.6 m (2 ft) canopy.
Spread: 1.5–3 m (5–10 ft); container specimens may be maintained at 1–1.5 m (3–5 ft).
Leaf length: 2–4 cm; flower clusters: 2–4 cm across.
6. Light Requirements
Full sun to partial shade; best foliage color and flowering in full sun (minimum 4–6 hours direct light per day).
Tolerates light afternoon shade in hot climates to prevent leaf scorch.
7. Watering Needs
Regular moisture: keep soil evenly moist but not waterlogged, especially first growing season.
Once established, moderately drought tolerant; water thoroughly when top 5 cm of soil dry.
Reduce frequency in winter; avoid prolonged wet feet.
8. Soil & Potting
Prefers well-draining, acidic to neutral soils (pH 5.5–7.0).
Rich loamy or sandy loam mixes amended with organic matter.
Container media: high-quality potting mix with peat, pine bark and perlite for drainage.
9. Temperature & Humidity
Hardy USDA zones 7–10 (−15 °C to −1 °C).
Optimal growth at 10–29 °C.
Moderate to high humidity preferred; tolerates average household humidity when potted but benefits from occasional misting in very dry conditions.
10. Fertilization
Apply balanced granular fertilizer (e.g., 10-10-10 NPK) in early spring before new flush and again in early summer.
Follow label rates; avoid over-fertilization which can reduce flowering and cause leggy growth.
11. Maintenance & Care Level
Moderate care: prune immediately after flowering to maintain shape and remove crossing branches.
Minimal deadheading required; foliage is ornamental year-round.
Monitor soil moisture and pH periodically.
12. Growth & Propagation
Growth rate: Slow to moderate (15–30 cm / 6–12 in per year).
Propagation: semi-hardwood cuttings in summer using rooting hormone; maintain high humidity until rooted.
Also propagated by layering or grafting onto compatible rootstocks.
13. Common Problems
Pests: aphids, scale insects, spider mites—treat with insecticidal soap or horticultural oil.
Diseases: leaf spot, powdery mildew in poorly drained or overcrowded conditions.
Root rot if overwatered; chlorosis on high-pH soils.
14. Benefits & Uses
Outstanding as specimen tree, hedge or screen in beds; elegant container planting for patios and entrances.
Provides four-season interest: burgundy foliage, spring flowers, and refined form.
Attracts pollinators; low litter and deer resistance.
15. Toxicity & Safety
Not known to be toxic to humans or pets; generally considered safe for residential landscapes and container displays.
Loropetalum chinense
$161.10
Make an instant statement at your entrance or patio with Purple Loropetalum in a clean, modern tree form. Its richly colored burgundy foliage looks premium all year, while the delicate pink fringe flowers add a seasonal highlight. Tough, adaptable, and easy to shape—this is the go-to choice for elegant landscaping in containers or beds.
1. Basic Identification
Common Name: Purple Loropetalum
Botanical Name: Loropetalum chinense
Former Name: Not available
Plant Type: Ornamental flowering shrub
Plant Code / SKU: PLT-0132
Alternative Names:
Chinese fringe flower
Chinese witch hazel
لوروباتريوم
2. Taxonomy & Classification
Order: Saxifragales
Family: Hamamelidaceae
Genus: Loropetalum
3. Origin & Distribution
Native to southeastern China and Japan.
Widely cultivated in temperate regions worldwide; naturalized in parts of the southeastern United States (USDA zones 7–10).
4. Visual Characteristics
Evergreen shrub or small tree form with multi-stemmed habit when trained as a standard.
Leaves: Elliptical, 2–4 cm long, deep burgundy to purple year-round, may flush red on new growth.
Flowers: Clusters of narrow, strap-like petals in vivid pink, appearing in spring (March–April), adding a delicate fringe contrast to dark foliage.
5. Size & Dimensions
Mature height: 1.5–3 m (5–10 ft); trained standard typically 1.2–1.8 m (4–6 ft) with 0.6 m (2 ft) canopy.
Spread: 1.5–3 m (5–10 ft); container specimens may be maintained at 1–1.5 m (3–5 ft).
Leaf length: 2–4 cm; flower clusters: 2–4 cm across.
6. Light Requirements
Full sun to partial shade; best foliage color and flowering in full sun (minimum 4–6 hours direct light per day).
Tolerates light afternoon shade in hot climates to prevent leaf scorch.
7. Watering Needs
Regular moisture: keep soil evenly moist but not waterlogged, especially first growing season.
Once established, moderately drought tolerant; water thoroughly when top 5 cm of soil dry.
Reduce frequency in winter; avoid prolonged wet feet.
8. Soil & Potting
Prefers well-draining, acidic to neutral soils (pH 5.5–7.0).
Rich loamy or sandy loam mixes amended with organic matter.
Container media: high-quality potting mix with peat, pine bark and perlite for drainage.
9. Temperature & Humidity
Hardy USDA zones 7–10 (−15 °C to −1 °C).
Optimal growth at 10–29 °C.
Moderate to high humidity preferred; tolerates average household humidity when potted but benefits from occasional misting in very dry conditions.
10. Fertilization
Apply balanced granular fertilizer (e.g., 10-10-10 NPK) in early spring before new flush and again in early summer.
Follow label rates; avoid over-fertilization which can reduce flowering and cause leggy growth.
11. Maintenance & Care Level
Moderate care: prune immediately after flowering to maintain shape and remove crossing branches.
Minimal deadheading required; foliage is ornamental year-round.
Monitor soil moisture and pH periodically.
12. Growth & Propagation
Growth rate: Slow to moderate (15–30 cm / 6–12 in per year).
Propagation: semi-hardwood cuttings in summer using rooting hormone; maintain high humidity until rooted.
Also propagated by layering or grafting onto compatible rootstocks.
13. Common Problems
Pests: aphids, scale insects, spider mites—treat with insecticidal soap or horticultural oil.
Diseases: leaf spot, powdery mildew in poorly drained or overcrowded conditions.
Root rot if overwatered; chlorosis on high-pH soils.
14. Benefits & Uses
Outstanding as specimen tree, hedge or screen in beds; elegant container planting for patios and entrances.
Provides four-season interest: burgundy foliage, spring flowers, and refined form.
Attracts pollinators; low litter and deer resistance.
15. Toxicity & Safety
Not known to be toxic to humans or pets; generally considered safe for residential landscapes and container displays.
Live plant guarantee: 7 days from delivery/pickup. Warranty applies if the plant is received in poor condition; clear photos and proof of purchase required. Does not cover damage from improper watering, extreme weather exposure, or repotting shock.
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