Loropetalum

New Zealand’s Best Loropetalum Plants

Adding colourful shrubs to your garden delivers a vast range of benefits:

• They are visual plants that add impact to a space
• They attract birds and bees
• Street appeal can be greatly enhanced
• Children can learn the plants and become more involved with nature
• These plants will bring you pleasure for many years to come

We have the largest variety of Loropetalum plants and the right one for your space. These have been selected to thrive in NZ’s climate. We grow and stock only the highest quality plants, sourcing them locally, and from NZ’s leading nurseries. Each plant is packed and transported with extreme care, ensuring it arrives to you in the same condition it was in when it left the nursery. If you are wanting to buy Loropetalum, shop with confidence from the best in the industry.

Common questions about growing Loropetalum

1. Where is the best place to plant Loropetalum?

The best place to plant Loropetalum is in a sheltered, sunny spot with well-drained soil that is slightly acidic. They can tolerate partial shade, but it will produce the best foliage and flowering in full sun.

When choosing a spot to plant your Loropetalum, be sure to consider the size of the plant at maturity. They can grow to be 2-3 m tall and wide.

2. Is Loropetalum low maintenance?

Loropetalum is a relatively low-maintenance plant. Here are some tips for caring for them:

• Water Loropetalum regularly, especially during the first year after planting. Once established, they can tolerate dry periods.
• Feed Loropetalum once a year in spring with a balanced fertilizer.
• Prune plants after flowering to maintain its shape and size.

With proper care, Loropetalum will thrive for many years to come and produce beautiful foliage and blooms for you to enjoy.

3. What is the English name for Loropetalum?

The English name for loropetalum is fringe flower. This name is derived from the Greek words "loron" (strap) and "petalon" (petal), which refers to the shape of the flowers. Loropetalum is also known as Chinese fringe flower and strap flower.

Loropetalum is a genus of four species of evergreen shrubs or small trees in the witch-hazel family, Hamamelidaceae, native to China, Japan, and southeastern Asia. It is a popular ornamental plant due to its attractive foliage and flowers. The leaves of loropetalum are glossy and dark green, and the flowers are borne in clusters in a variety of colours, including white, pink, purple, and red.

4. Is loropetalum the same as Chinese fringe flower?

Loropetalum is the same as Chinese fringe flower. There are many different varieties to choose from.

5. What is the best variety of Loropetalum?

Some of the most popular include:

• Razzleberri: This variety is known for its vibrant purple foliage and bright pink flowers. It is a compact shrub that grows to be about 1.2-2 metres tall and wide.
• Purple Diamond: This variety has deep purple foliage and pink flowers. It is a slightly larger shrub than Razzleberri, growing to be about 2-2.5 metres tall and wide.
• Ever Red: This variety has red foliage and pink flowers. It is a medium-sized shrub that grows to be about 2.5-3 metres tall and wide.
• Jazz Hands White: This variety has white foliage and white flowers. It is a compact shrub that grows to be about 1.2-2 metres tall and wide.
• Purple Pixie: This variety has dwarf purple foliage and pink flowers. It is a dwarf shrub that grows to be about 60-100 cm tall and wide.

When choosing a variety of Loropetalum, consider the size of the plant, the colour of the foliage and flowers, and the climate in which you live.

6. What does Loropetalum smell like?

Loropetalum has a fragrant aroma that is often described as sweet, fresh, and citrusy. The fragrance is due to the presence of volatile compounds in the flowers and leaves. These compounds include linalool, nerol, and geraniol, which are also found in other fragrant plants such as lavender, citrus trees, and roses.