Leucothoe keiskei BURNING LOVE (PBR)

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Ignite your winter garden with the spectacular Leucothoe Burning Love, a premier evergreen shrub celebrated for its dramatic seasonal colour shifts. This compact, bushy 'Dog Hobble' features narrow, pointed leaves that emerge a vibrant bronze-red in spring, maturing to a glossy dark emerald during the summer months. As temperatures drop in autumn, the entire plant undergoes a breathtaking transformation into a deep, smouldering burgundy and midnight-purple that persists throughout the winter. Reaching a tidy height and spread of approximately 50–75cm, Burning Love is an exceptional choice for adding low-maintenance structure to shaded borders, woodland paths, or sophisticated patio containers. This acid-loving, hardy gem provides year-round architectural interest with virtually no pruning required.

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Key Features

Plants by type
  • Shrubs
Flower Colour
  • White
Eventual Height
  • 0.5-1m
Flowering Month
  • April
  • May
Planting Position
  • Part shade
Features
  • Evergreen
  • Interesting Foliage
  • Compact

How to care for Leucothoe keiskei BURNING LOVE (PBR)

Light:
Part shade; tolerates sun if soil moisture is consistent.

Soil:
Moist but well-drained, acidic to neutral soil; avoid chalky conditions.

Water:
Water regularly while establishing; keep soil evenly moist, especially in dry periods.

Pruning:
Minimal pruning required; remove damaged or wayward stems in spring if needed.

Hardiness:
Hardy in most UK gardens; prefers a sheltered position away from cold winds.

Feeding:
Mulch annually with organic matter or ericaceous compost in spring.

Notes

Evergreen compact shrub with a neat, arching habit.

Grown primarily for its dramatic foliage colour.

New growth emerges deep red, maturing to glossy dark green.

Leaves often turn rich red and burgundy tones in autumn and winter.

Small white flowers may appear in spring, though foliage is the main feature.

Ideal for woodland gardens, shaded borders, and containers.

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