How To Grow Leucothoe

March 06, 2010

Leucothoe, a relative of the Pieris, is a great plant for shade. The foliage is somewhat leathery and spring blossoms look like little bells. Finding an evergreen shrub that can take full-shade can be a challenge. Leucothoe is one of a few shrubs that likes full shade. You can grow it in full sun if there is enough moisture, but winter winds and dry weather will kill the plant. The plant will spread via runners so give it enough room to grow. Also, be sure that you have good moist rich ...

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