New England Wild Flower Society

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Leucothoe fontanesiana

drooping leucothoe, doghobble

Leucothoe is a great solution plant for many of the dry, shady areas. White sprays of tiny, bell-shaped flowers bloom in spring and new foliage emerges deep red. Evergreen leaves arch and droop over eachother, evocative of waterfalls.

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Height: 2-4 ft
Spread: 4-6 ft
Hardiness Zone: 5-8


Bloom Color: White

Characteristics & Attributes

Cultivation Status
Species
Exposure
Sun
Part Shade
Shade
Soil Moisture
Dry
Average
Ecoregion
Not Ecotypic in New England
Ornamental Interest
Spring Bloom
Winter Interest and/or Evergreen
Attracts Wildlife
Attracts Butterflies
Other Pollinators/Wildlife
Attracts Bees
Tolerance
Urban Environment
Compaction Tolerant
Drought Tolerant
Deer/Rabbit Resistant
Additional Attributes
Erosion Control/Soil Stabilization
Low Maintenance
Landscape Use
Massing
Groundcover
Naturalize
Growth Habit
Spreading/Suckering


North American Distribution


drooping leucothoe, doghobble - Leucothoe fontanesiana from Native Plant Trust