Cherry Blast Loropetalum
Loropetalum chinense var. rubrum 'Cherry Blast'
Compact shrub featuring deep, vivid red fringe-like flowers in spring. Has a very uniform shape and will mature at 6 feet tall and wide. Extremely dark burgundy foliage stands up against the blistering sun all summer long.
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Sun to Partial Shade
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Height:
6 ft
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Spread:
6 ft
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USDA Zone:
7
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Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips:
For new plantings, dig a hole one and a half times wider than the plant's container; place plant in hole, keeping the top of the root ball ground level; and back fill with dirt. Water thoroughly and then mulch around the base to conserve moisture and reduce weeds. New plantings require more frequent watering than established plants. Wind, temperature and soil are factors to consider in watering. Feed plants in early spring and again in early fall with an all-purpose fertilizer, following label instructions.
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