
Fringe Flower
Loropetalum chinense Ruby
The Loropetalum chinense 'Ruby', commonly known as Fringe Flower, offers a dazzling display of vibrant color and unique texture to any landscape.
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About this plant
Known for its stunning, ruby-red new foliage that matures to a deep burgundy-purple, 'Ruby' Fringe Flower provides year-round visual interest. Delicate, ribbon-like, hot pink to fuchsia flowers bloom profusely in late winter to early spring, intermittently reappearing throughout the summer and fall, creating a captivating contrast against its dark leaves. Its graceful, mounding habit and dense branching make it an excellent choice for foundation plantings, shrub borders, or as a striking informal hedge. This cultivar stands out for its relatively compact size and disease resistance, making it a reliable and low-maintenance option for both seasoned gardeners and beginners alike. Whether you're aiming to add a pop of persistent color or create a textural backdrop, 'Ruby' Fringe Flower is a versatile and rewarding addition to your garden design. It performs beautifully as a specimen plant, in mass plantings, or even in large containers.
Care & maintenance
Thrives in well-drained, acidic to neutral soil. Amend heavy clay soils with organic matter to improve drainage. Requires consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, but avoid waterlogging. Prune after flowering to maintain desired shape and promote new growth. Fertilize in early spring with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer designed for acid-loving plants.
Quick facts
- Type
- evergreen
- Mature height
- 4-6 feet
- Mature width
- 4-6 feet
- Sun
- Full sun to partial shade. Best flowering and foliage color achieved in full sun.
- Water
- Medium. Consistent moisture is preferred, but established plants tolerate some drought.
- Growth rate
- Moderate