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loropetalum plum size

Understanding the loropetalum plum size is key for gardeners selecting the perfect variety for their landscape. Known for their striking, deep burgundy foliage and vibrant fringe-like flowers, loropetalum shrubs come in a range of sizes and forms. Whether you’re planning a low hedge, a bold specimen plant, or an attractive container accent, knowing how large each loropetalum variety can grow ensures you find the best fit for your garden.

Loropetalum 'Plum Gorgeous' with beautiful purple foliage growing out across a deck.

Loropetalum 'Plum Gorgeous'

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Loropetalum 'Plum Gorgeous' produces fragrant, spider-like, dark pink flowers during spring and autumn, which are both unusual and appealing. The foliage on this bushy, evergreen shrub is purple with dark green undertones, providing a lovely backdrop for the flowers as it grows to 1.5 m tall and the same width. Loropetalum 'Plum Gorgeous' is commonly included in a mixed planting, added to a cottage garden, planted around outdoor living areas, trimmed into a hedge, or grown for winter colour and fragrance.

Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type: Shrubs
Height: 1.50 m
Spread: 1.50 m
Flowering time: Spring, Autumn
Tolerances: Hardy
Garden uses: Containers, Hedging, Living areas, Pool areas
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Mediterranean, Modern, Rock
Spectacular Loropetalum 'Plum Delight' dark purple foliage.

Loropetalum 'Plum Delight'

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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. Loropetalum 'Plum Delight' is commonly included in a mixed planting, planted around outdoor living areas, trimmed into a hedge, or grown for winter colour and fragrance.

Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Shrubs
Height: 1.00 m
Spread: 1.50 m
Flowering time: Spring, Winter
Tolerances: Coastal, Hardy
Garden uses: Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Pool areas, Topiary
Garden styles: Alpine, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Japanese, Mediterranean, Modern, Rock
A Loropetalum 'Blonde and Gorgeous' plant with lush green foliage in a pot on a deck.
Loropetalum 'Blonde and Gorgeous'

Loropetalum 'Blonde and Gorgeous' features interesting flowers and a pendulous growth habit. Through spring and autumn, it produces spider-like...

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Loropetalum 'China Pink' ground cover plant with purple foliage.
Loropetalum 'China Pink'

Loropetalum 'China Pink' produces fragrant, pink flowers in winter, which are both unusual and appealing. The foliage is oval, rich purple, and held...

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A Loropetalum 'Fire Dance' plant with gorgeous purple foliage and pink flowers growing in a pot.
Loropetalum 'Fire Dance'

Loropetalum 'Fire Dance' features spectacularly coloured flowers and foliage. During winter, it produces fragrant, spider-like, pink flowers, which...

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A Loropetalum 'Red Temple' plant with dark purple-red foliage and elegant, pink flowers.
Loropetalum 'Red Temple'

Loropetalum 'Red Temple' produces mildly fragrant, pink-red flowers through winter, which are both unusual and appealing. The foliage on this bushy...

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Loropetalum chinense Rubrum purple and green foliage with pink flowers.
Loropetalum chinense var Rubrum

Loropetalum chinense var Rubrum features spectacularly coloured flowers and foliage. It produces fragrant, spider-like, pink-red flowers during...

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Plum Santa Rosa

Plum Santa Rosa produces mid-sized, red-purple fruit with yellow-pink flesh that is sweet, juicy, and highly aromatic. White blossoms adorn the tree...

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Plum Black Doris

The 'Black Doris' Plum is a popular variety that produces large and firm, purple-black fruit. The flesh is dark red, sweet, and juicy. White blossoms...

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Luisa' plum tree covered in yellow fruit.
Plum 'Luisa'

The 'Luisa' Plum is a popular variety that produces good yields of large, yellow-skinned fruit, blushed with red. The flesh is firm, yellow, sweet...

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Plum 'Greengage' fruit.
Plum 'Greengage'

The ‘Greengage’ plum tree is a heritage variety prized for its lovely, green-skinned fruit with golden flesh. Renowned for its rich, honeyed flavour...

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Plum Omega

'Omega' Plum Tree is a popular fruiting tree valued for its delicious sweet dark red plums and reliable performance in New Zealand gardens. Flowering...

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Plum Hawera

Hawera plum trees produce sweet, juicy fruit prized for its excellent flavour and reliable yield. Perfect for New Zealand gardens and orchards, these...

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Coprosma 'Plum Hussey'

Coprosma 'Plum Hussey' is a striking evergreen shrub admired for its rich plum purple foliage and naturally dense growth habit. This colourful New...

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Plum Billington

Billington plum trees produce sweet, juicy fruit that ripens early in the season, making them ideal for New Zealand gardens and orchards. These trees...

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Loropetalum 'Purple Pixie' rich purple foliage.
Loropetalum 'Purple Pixie'

Loropetalum 'Purple Pixie' produces rich purple foliage, which is held densely off near prostrate stems. It typically grows to 40 cm tall and 1.2 m...

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Loropetalum 'Iceberry' white flowers and light green foliage.
Loropetalum 'Iceberry'

Loropetalum 'Iceberry' produces cream-white flowers during spring, which then result in large, ice-white berries in summer. Graceful, arching...

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Loropetalum 'Crimson Fire' plant with purple foliage in a pot.
Loropetalum 'Crimson Fire'

Loropetalum 'Crimson Fire' is a striking evergreen shrub admired for its deep burgundy foliage and clusters of bright pink, fringe like flowers...

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Loropetalum 'Bobz Pink' with pink flowers and purple foliage.
Loropetalum 'Bobz Pink'

Loropetalum 'Bobz Pink' produces spider-like, pink flowers, which are both unusual and appealing during spring and sporadically through the other...

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Loropetalum chinense (Chinese Fringe Flower) pink flowers against dark green and purple foliage.
Loropetalum chinense

Loropetalum chinense produces interesting, spider-like flowers that are fragrant and pink through winter. The foliage on this bushy plant is oval...

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Loropetalum 'Bobz White' plant with white flowers and green foliage.
Loropetalum 'Bobz White'

Loropetalum 'Bobz White' produces spider-like, white flowers, which are both unusual and appealing during spring and sporadically through the other...

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Loropetalum 'Flame 'n Gorgeous' plant with purple foliage.
Loropetalum 'Flame n Gorgeous'

Loropetalum 'Flame n Gorgeous' produces pink flowers through late winter and spring, which are unusual yet very aesthetic. The foliage is oval, rich...

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Loropetalum Burgundy with lush, purple foliage in a garden.
Loropetalum 'Burgundy'

Loropetalum 'Burgundy', commonly known as the Fringe Flower, produces fragrant, pink flowers through winter and spring, which are unusual yet very...

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Loropetalum 'Razzle Dazzle' plants in a border with purple foliage.
Loropetalum 'Razzle Dazzle'

Loropetalum 'Razzle Dazzle' features spectacularly coloured flowers and foliage. It produces clusters of fragrant, cerise-pink flowers during late...

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Loropetalum 'Razzleberri' plant with pink flowers and green foliage.
Loropetalum chinense 'Razzleberri'

The Razzleberri' Loropetalum plant features spectacularly coloured flowers and foliage. It produces clusters of fragrant, cerise-pink flowers during...

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Plum Fortune

Plum Fortune trees produce sweet, juicy fruit prized for its excellent flavour and consistent high yield. Perfect for New Zealand gardens and...

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Plum 'Cheviot' fruit.
Plum Cheviot

Cheviot plum trees produce sweet, juicy fruit prized for its rich flavour and reliable yield. Perfect for New Zealand gardens and orchards, these...

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Plum Wilson's Early fruit on a tree.
Plum Wilson's Early

Wilson’s Early plum trees produce sweet, juicy fruit that ripens early in the season, making them perfect for New Zealand gardens and orchards. These...

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Plum 'Freedom' fruit in a bowl.
Plum Freedom

Freedom plum trees produce sweet, juicy fruit prized for its excellent flavour and reliable yield. Well-suited to New Zealand gardens and orchards...

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Plum 'Sharp's Early' fruit.
Plum 'Sharp's Early'

'Sharp’s Early' Plum Tree is a popular early fruiting variety admired for its delicious sweet plums, reliable cropping, and attractive spring...

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Plum 'Angelino' fruit.
Plum Angelino

Plum Angelino produces dark red fruit that can be stored for a long period. The flesh is yellow and has a rich, sweet flavour. White-pink blossoms...

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Plum Victory

Plum Victory produces high yields of large, blue skinned fruit with yellow flesh that are sweet and juicy. White blossoms adorn the tree in spring...

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Loropetalum 'Plum Gorgeous'

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How Big Does Loropetalum Grow?

Loropetalum’s size can vary dramatically depending on the cultivar you choose. Some varieties are compact and well-suited to pots or small garden beds, while others grow into lush, sweeping shrubs perfect for hedges or privacy screens. In general, loropetalum plum size refers to the mature height and spread of the plant.

Popular Loropetalum Varieties and Their Sizes

Choosing the right loropetalum plum size depends on your landscaping needs and the specific variety you select. Here are some of the most popular options in New Zealand, with their typical sizes:

Choosing the Right Loropetalum for Your Garden

When considering loropetalum plum size, think about the space you have available and the look you want to achieve. Dwarf varieties like Loropetalum 'Purple Pixie' are ideal for edging and container gardening, while larger selections such as Loropetalum 'Plum Gorgeous' work well as informal hedging or as focal points in your planting scheme.

Planting and Care for Healthy Growth

Loropetalum thrives in well-drained soil and a sunny to partially shaded spot. To achieve the best colour and growth, ensure your shrubs have plenty of room to reach their mature size and allow for airflow between plants. Light trimming after flowering helps maintain shape without limiting the natural beauty of your loropetalum’s foliage.

By choosing the ideal loropetalum plum size and variety for your garden, you’ll enjoy year-round colour, distinctive foliage, and stunning blossoms—all with minimal fuss. Explore our range of loropetalum varieties, including Loropetalum 'Plum Gorgeous', Loropetalum 'Plum Delight', and Loropetalum 'Blonde and Gorgeous' to find the perfect shrub for your landscape.


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