Loropetalum chinense, with its arching branches and clusters of fringed flowers, is a standout shrub for New Zealand gardens. Whether you’ve fallen in love with the classic green-leafed type or a more colourful variety, these hardy evergreens are admired for their low-maintenance charm—provided you follow a few simple loropetalum chinense care tips. This guide will walk you through everything you need to keep your [Loropetalum chinense](/shop/product/shrubs/loropetalum-chinense) healthy and thriving: from light and water requirements to pruning, feeding, and common issues.

Loropetalum chinense var Rubrum features spectacularly coloured flowers and foliage. It produces fragrant, spider-like, pink-red flowers during winter, which are both unusual and appealing. The foliage on this bushy evergreen is a deep burgundy colour, and provides a stunning backdrop for the flowers as it grows to 1.5 m tall and the same wide.
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Loropetalum 'Plum Delight' features spectacularly coloured flowers and foliage. It produces mildly fragrant, pink flowers from winter to spring, which are unusual yet aesthetically pleasing. The foliage is oval, rich purple, and provides a stunning backdrop to the flowers as it grows to 1 m tall and 1.5 m wide.
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