Leucothoe axillaris Curly Red

Leucothoe axillaris Curly Red Details

Leucothoe axillaris Curly Red, commonly known as Dog Hobble, is a beautiful shrub which is grown of its colourful and curly foliage. New foliage is red and ages to a dark green with red-purple undertones, resulting in a multi-coloured plant. During the cooler months the leaves develop more prominent purple-red tones. The foliage is complemented with clusters of showy, white flowers in spring. It typically grows to 50 cm tall and 70 cm wide, performing best when planted in full sun on a well-drained, sheltered site. It is tolerant of cool climates, moderate frost once established, and short periods of dry. Leucothoe axillaris Curly Red is commonly included in mixed plantings or borders, maintained in a container, planted around outdoor living areas such as pools, or used anywhere vibrant colour is desired.