A burgundy-leaved fringe flower with deep wine foliage smothered in spidery hot-pink blooms in spring and again in autumn. A bold contrast shrub for hedges and feature planting.
At a glance
- Plant type: Shrub
- Mature size: 1.8 m H × 1.8 m W
- Aspect: full sun and part shade or morning sun
- Water: regular, moderate watering
- Frost: hardy
- Maintenance: low maintenance
- Origin: Exotic
About Burgundy Loropetalum
Loropetalum chinense 'Burgundy' is a moderate-growing shrub in the Hamamelidaceae family. It reaches around 1.8 m tall and 1.8 m wide at maturity, with evergreen and purple-toned foliage. Pink flowers appear in spring and autumn.
Where to grow Burgundy Loropetalum
Burgundy Loropetalum suits warm-temperate, subtropical and cool-temperate climates and grows best in full sun and part shade or morning sun. It is frost hardy and shrugs off cold winters.
Soil & planting
Burgundy Loropetalum does best in free-draining and acidic soil. Plant into well-prepared ground, firm the soil around the roots and water deeply to settle it in. For a screen, space plants about 1.1 m apart.
Watering & feeding
Burgundy Loropetalum does best with regular, moderate watering. Apply a balanced fertiliser in spring to support healthy growth. Keep a newly planted specimen evenly watered through its first season; established plants can then follow the water needs above.
Pruning & care
Prune Burgundy Loropetalum after flowering to keep it compact and encourage the next flush of blooms. It clips well, so trim two or three times a year for a formal finish. Its ongoing care level is low maintenance.
Using Burgundy Loropetalum in the garden
Burgundy Loropetalum earns its place for a fast screen or informal hedge, a feature or specimen planting and pots and courtyard containers. It is equally at home in the ground or a large pot on a balcony or courtyard.
Companion planting & design
Build the planting around neighbours suited to the same regular, moderate watering and warm-temperate climate as Burgundy Loropetalum. Repeating the foliage or flower colour nearby will make the composition feel deliberate.
Good to know
It is regarded as non-toxic and pet-safe.
Buying Burgundy Loropetalum
Plant Sale lists Burgundy Loropetalum as potted plants and advanced specimens. Use the interest form above to check current sizes, pricing and availability before ordering.
