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Loropetalum chinense - Chinese Fringe-flower
Family Hamamelidaceae
Botanical Name Loropetalum chinense
Common Name Chinese Fringe-flower
Size 6 - 10' tall with similar to slightly wider spread
Hardiness Zone 7 - 9
Culture Prefers acid, high organic, well-drained soils; medium shade to full sun.
Ornamental Value Green and purple leaf types; white, pink and fuchsia flower types seen in March and April.
Landscape Use For foundations, borders, and screens.
Key Identifying Characteristics Leaves are alternate, simple, semi-evergreen, green or purple in color, ovate-rounded; stems are brown, tomentose.
Notable Cultivars 'Snow Dance', 'Ruby'
Campus Location Ag: Garden Entrance, Outdoor Classroom
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