New England Wild Flower Society

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Chamaedaphne calyculata

leatherleaf

Leatherleaf is a slow-growing evergreen shrub with white, bell-shaped flowers that bloom in the spring. Named for its tough, dark green foliage that purples in fall, leatherleaf provides valuable bird habitat and is a great addition to bog gardens. This species will not tolerate dry or shady conditions. 


Height: 1-3 ft
Spread: 1-3 ft
Hardiness Zone: 3-7


Bloom Color: White

Characteristics & Attributes

Cultivation Status
• Species
Exposure
• Sun
Soil Moisture
• Wet
Ecoregion
• (83) Eastern Great Lakes Lowlands
• (59) Northeastern Coastal Zone
• (84) Atlantic Coastal Pine Barrens
• (82) Acadian Plains and Hills
• (58) Northeastern Highlands
Ornamental Interest
• Fall/Winter Fruit
• Spring Bloom
• Winter Interest and/or Evergreen
• Fall Foliage
Attracts Wildlife
• Other Pollinators/Wildlife
• Host Plant
• Attracts Bees
Tolerance
• Deer/Rabbit Resistant
Additional Attributes
• Low Maintenance
• Erosion Control/Soil Stabilization
Landscape Use
• Rain Garden
• Hedge/screening
Attractive Fall Foliage and/or Ornamental Fruit
• Red to Purple Fall Foliage
Growth Habit
• Spreading/Suckering


North American Distribution


Dan Jaffe (c) Native Plant Trust
Dan Jaffe (c) Native Plant Trust
(c) Liza Green
(c) Liza Green
Michael Piantedosi (c) Native Plant Trust
Michael Piantedosi (c) Native Plant Trust