Leucothoe 'Scarletta' - 3L Pot

Leucothoe 'Scarletta'

A refined hardy garden plant growing to around 60cm, with attractive seasonal foliage and scarlet flowers or garden interest, well suited to borders, containers and mixed planting.

Evergreen

£17.99

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Attracts Wildlife

Beneficial Insects

Ideal For

Borders Woodland

Plant Description

Leucothoe Scarletta is a versatile shrub grown for the appeal of Leucothoe 'Scarletta' and green evergreen foliage. This Leucothoe is an excellent choice for borders and woodland-style planting, where it brings colour, texture and seasonal interest. It performs best in partial to full shade and rewards the right position with reliable garden performance.

Leucothoe Scarletta is low-maintenance once established and suits a wide range of garden styles, from traditional borders to more contemporary planting combinations. Reaching around 1.5m at maturity, it is best planted through the middle of a border with partial to full shade. Its evergreen foliage ensures year-round presence in the garden. It is suitable for outdoor growing in most UK gardens. It performs best in sandy or loam soils with moist conditions. It can also be a useful plant for beneficial insects.

Supplied in a 3L pot, this size offers a practical starting point for planting out, patio displays or growing on at home.

Planting & Aftercare

Choose a pot with drainage holes slightly larger than the nursery pot. Use well-draining potting mix. Place the plant at the same depth it was in the original pot. Water thoroughly after planting.

Water when the top 2-3cm of soil feels dry. In spring and summer, this is typically once a week. Reduce watering in autumn and winter. Always check the soil before watering to avoid overwatering.

Overwatering is the most common issue. Avoid placing in direct sunlight which can scorch leaves. Don't repot too frequently - most plants prefer to be slightly root-bound. Ensure good drainage to prevent root rot.

Feed with a balanced liquid fertiliser every 2-4 weeks during the growing season (spring to early autumn). Reduce or stop feeding in winter when growth naturally slows.

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