Purple Pixie Dwarf Weeping Loropetalum is a stunning shrub that grows up to 2 feet tall and wide. It is grown in zones 7-10 and has a weeping nature that adds a unique touch to any garden.
Purple Pixie Loropetalum
Purple Pixie Loropetalum (Loropetalum chinense 'Purple Pixie') is a compact, evergreen shrub that is known for its vibrant purple flowers and glossy, dark green foliage. It is a popular choice for landscaping due to its attractive appearance, low-maintenance requirements, and adaptability to a variety of climates.
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Purple Pixie Loropetalum flowers
Purple Pixie Loropetalum can grow to be 3-5 feet tall and wide. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Purple Pixie Loropetalum is relatively drought tolerant once established.
Purple Pixie Loropetalum is a versatile plant that can be used in a variety of landscaping applications. It makes a great addition to borders, foundations, and hedges. It can also be used as a specimen plant or grown in containers.
Here are some tips for growing and caring for Purple Pixie Loropetalum:
- Plant in full sun to partial shade, in well-drained soil.
- Water regularly, especially during the first year after planting.
- Fertilize once in the spring with a balanced fertilizer.
- Prune in early spring to remove any dead or damaged wood and to shape the plant as desired.
- Mulch around the plant to help retain moisture and suppress weeds.
Purple Pixie Loropetalum is a beautiful and easy-to-grow shrub that is sure to add interest and color to your landscape.
Here are some additional benefits of growing Purple Pixie Loropetalum:
- It is a native plant to Southeast Asia, but it is well-adapted to a variety of climates, including USDA zones 7-10.
- It is a relatively low-maintenance plant, requiring little watering and fertilization once established.
- It is resistant to most pests and diseases.
- It is a good choice for attracting pollinators, such as butterflies and bees.
If you are looking for a beautiful and easy-to-grow shrub to add to your landscape, Purple Pixie Loropetalum is a great option.
Note: The plant is shipped in its pot, firmly secured with several layers of clear tape, thereby avoiding any shuffling and moving during transit. The plant reaches you with minimal damage- very safe and secure. We have been shipping plants like this for several years (plant are sometimes shipped in smaller pots for safety and ease of shipping). Most plants go dormant in fall and winter and will lose most of their leaves - looking dead and dry - very normal. They will flush out in spring.
We cannot send ship some plants and some sizes to California due to restrictions placed by department of agriculture.
Growing Zones: 7-9 outdoors
| Mature Height: | 4-6 ft. |
| Sunlight: | Full Sun |
| Mature Width: | 4-6 ft. |
| Botanical Name: | Loropetalum chinense |
| Growth Rate: | Moderate |
