Coastal Leucothoe
Leucothoe axillarisView more from Other Shrubs & Hedges
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The Coastal Leucothoe is a native plant of the southeast that is ideal for shady, damp parts of your garden. It forms a low mound of arching stems, reaching no more than 3 feet tall, but covering up to 5 feet wide. The glossy green leaves are bronzy-red in spring, turning purple tones in winter. In May clusters of bell-shaped flowers sprout from the branches, similar to mountain laurel or Japanese Pieris. Grow it with acid-loving plants are a groundcover beneath trees or on banks, and beside streams, ponds and lakes.
The Coastal Leucothoe grows well in most light conditions, from sun to shade, if the soil is damp. It grows best in acid soils that are rich in organic matter, and damp to wet, but not stagnant. It has no significant pests or diseases, deer donāt eat it, and it resists salt spray in coastal areas, but not brackish water. No trimming or particular attention is needed for this easy-care plant.
Botanical Name:
Leucothoe axillaris
Mature Width:
3-5 ft
Mature Height:
2-3 ft
Grows Well In:
Zones 5-9
Sun Needs:
Full Sun, Partial Sun
Water Needs:
High
Growth Rate:
Medium
Flower Color:
White
Flowering Season:
Spring