Rainbow Leucothoe

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Size 10" AGFB - 12-18"

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Leucothoe fontanesiana 'Rainbow'

Choose Rainbow Leucothoe for year-round evergreen color in a shady spot. Its arching, variegated foliage emerges with pink tones before maturing to green, cream, and bronze, giving interest long after flowering. The tradeoff: it performs best in consistently moist, acidic soil and is not a good choice for hot, dry sites.

Buy This If

You want evergreen color in the shade.
You want foliage interest instead of relying on flowers.
You want a compact shrub with four-season appeal that pairs with acid-lovers.

Skip This If

Your planting area dries out frequently.
You need heat or drought tolerance.
You want a large screening shrub.
Your landscape gets full sun all day.

PGNE Report Card

Category	Grade	Why
Landscape Impact	A-	Variegated evergreen foliage provides color in every season.
Growth Rate	B	Moderate growth once established.
Maintenance	A-	Requires little pruning beyond removing damaged branches.
Deer Resistance	A-	Deer usually pass this by, since the foliage deters browsing, though no plant is completely immune where pressure is severe.
Small Space Fit	A	Excellent for smaller beds and foundation plantings.
Screening Value	C	It adds evergreen structure but is not large enough for real privacy.

Our Experience

At PGNE, we'd recommend Rainbow Leucothoe for customers who struggle to find shrubs that add color in shady spots. It works particularly well beneath mature trees, alongside rhododendrons and pieris, or in foundation beds with morning sun and afternoon shade. Consistent soil moisture during establishment produces the best long-term performance.

Plant Facts

Botanical Name	Leucothoe fontanesiana 'Rainbow'
Common Name	Rainbow Leucothoe
Mature Height	3-5 ft
Mature Width	3-5 ft
Hardiness Zones	5a-8b
Spacing	3-4 ft
Sun	Part Shade to Shade
Moisture	Average to moist
Growth Habit	Arching, mounding evergreen
Evergreen	Yes
Native	No

Customers Usually Ask

Does it stay colorful all year?

Yes; new growth emerges pink before developing cream and green variegation, and cool weather often brings bronze and reddish tones.

Can it grow in full shade?

Yes; it performs well in full shade, though a little morning sun can enhance the foliage color.

Does it need acidic soil?

Yes; like rhododendrons and pieris, it does best in acidic, organically rich, evenly moist soil.

CLEARANCE

Shrubs Grown to Perform in New England

At Pro Growers of New England, our shrubs are grown and maintained locally to perform in true New England conditions. From flowering varieties to evergreen foundation plants, each shrub is properly spaced, pruned, and cared for to develop strong root systems and balanced structure before it ever reaches your landscape.

Unlike large online sellers that ship plants long distances, we invite you to visit our nursery, walk the rows, and inspect the exact shrubs available. You can see the size, health, and fullness in person — ensuring there are no surprises upon delivery.

Pro Growers of New England, Inc

SKU:PGNE-31295

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I had a great experience with Pro Growers of New England. When I was looking to purchase a couple of trees for my yard, I came across them while searching for places nearby. Buying plants online can be a little intimidating because there are so many variables, but they were only about 10 minutes away, so I decided to stop by.

All of the plants were really well cared for, they had a great irrigation setup to keep everything watered, and the selection was enormous. I ended up placing an order online, and they picked out a couple of beautiful trees for me. I had a last-minute change in the tree I wanted, and when I called they were very accommodating.

The staff was friendly and helpful throughout the whole process. They helped me find everything I needed, answered my questions, and made the entire experience easy. I also had one tricky planting location with a big rock and a tough invasive vine, but they made it work and planted everything perfectly.

I wasn’t sure at first if I should have the trees professionally installed, but I’m so glad I did. They did an excellent job, and the whole experience was easy from start to finish. Thanks so much for the beautiful plants and the great service!

The guys showed up on time, did a nice install and cleaned up after themselves.

Nice looking trees and the guys did a great job installing them in some challenging areas.

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