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Rainbow Leucothoe
Rainbow Leucothoe
$25.00
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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.
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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