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Fetterbush

Leucothoe Fontanesiana

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Overview

Leucothoe fontanesiana, commonly known as Fetterbush, is a versatile evergreen shrub with arching branches and rich, glossy leaves that turn deep red-purple in fall. Grows 3-5 ft high and wide, preferring acidic, well-drained soil. Ideal for partial to full shade, it features dainty white flowers in spring. Excellent for mass plantings, woodland gardens, and borders for year-round interest. Zones 5-8. Maintenance is minimal, requiring light pruning to shape.

Sun Deep Shade, ShadeWater MediumZones 5–9Type Broadleaf Evergreen, ShrubClimate Temperate
Fetterbush (Leucothoe Fontanesiana) — emitting a subtle fragrance and providing a nectar source for local pollinators; lance-shaped leaves that, image 65
Fetterbush (Leucothoe Fontanesiana) — white flowers in the gardenFetterbush (Leucothoe Fontanesiana) — making it an ideal choice for foundation plantings; white flowers in the garden, image 79Fetterbush (Leucothoe Fontanesiana) — The foliage adds seasonal interestFetterbush (Leucothoe Fontanesiana) — evergreen shrub typically matures to a height of 3 to 6 feet; maintenance is minimal, requiring light pruning, image 77Fetterbush (Leucothoe Fontanesiana) — woodland gardens or as part of a mixed shrub border; ideal for partial to full shade, it features dainty, image 80Fetterbush (Leucothoe Fontanesiana) — delicate clusters of bell-shaped white flowers dangle from the branches; evergreen shrub typically matures to, image 64+94

Culture

Sun
Deep Shade, Shade
Water
Medium
USDA zones
5–9

Shape & size

Mature height
3–5 Ft.
Mature width
3–5 Ft.

Classification

Type
Broadleaf Evergreen, Shrub
Family
Ericaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Fetterbush (Leucothoe Fontanesiana) — emitting a subtle fragrance and providing a nectar source for local pollinators; lance-shaped leaves that, image 65
Fetterbush (Leucothoe Fontanesiana) — white flowers in the garden
Fetterbush (Leucothoe Fontanesiana) — making it an ideal choice for foundation plantings; white flowers in the garden, image 79
Fetterbush (Leucothoe Fontanesiana) — The foliage adds seasonal interest
Fetterbush (Leucothoe Fontanesiana) — evergreen shrub typically matures to a height of 3 to 6 feet; maintenance is minimal, requiring light pruning, image 77
Fetterbush (Leucothoe Fontanesiana) — woodland gardens or as part of a mixed shrub border; ideal for partial to full shade, it features dainty, image 80
Fetterbush (Leucothoe Fontanesiana) — delicate clusters of bell-shaped white flowers dangle from the branches; evergreen shrub typically matures to, image 64
Fetterbush (Leucothoe Fontanesiana) — Maintenance is minimal, requiring light pruning to shape; broadleaf evergreen / shrub for deep shade or shade
Fetterbush (Leucothoe Fontanesiana) — evergreen shrub typically matures to a height of 3 to 6 feet; maintenance is minimal, requiring light pruning, image 54
Fetterbush (Leucothoe Fontanesiana) — is a versatile evergreen shrub with arching branches and rich; woodland gardens or as part of a mixed shrub, image 48
Fetterbush (Leucothoe Fontanesiana) — glossy leaves that turn deep red-purple in fall; delicate clusters of bell-shaped white flowers dangle from, image 72
Fetterbush (Leucothoe Fontanesiana) — delicate clusters of bell-shaped white flowers dangle from the branches; evergreen shrub typically matures to a height of
Fetterbush (Leucothoe Fontanesiana) — With minimal care, the Fetterbush becomes a low-maintenance, high-impact element in any garden; broadleaf, image 66
Fetterbush (Leucothoe Fontanesiana) — It is best suited to moist, well-drained, acidic soils with ample organic material; glossy leaves that turn deep
Fetterbush (Leucothoe Fontanesiana) — glossy leaves that turn deep red-purple in fall; delicate clusters of bell-shaped white flowers dangle from the branches
Fetterbush (Leucothoe Fontanesiana) — With minimal care, the Fetterbush becomes a low-maintenance, high-impact element in any garden
Fetterbush (Leucothoe Fontanesiana) — is a versatile evergreen shrub with arching branches and rich
Fetterbush (Leucothoe Fontanesiana) — broadleaf evergreen / shrub with white blooms
Fetterbush (Leucothoe Fontanesiana) — <br><br>Fetterbush thrives in US Department of Agriculture hardiness zones 5 through 8
Fetterbush (Leucothoe Fontanesiana) — white flowers in the garden; excellent for mass plantings, woodland gardens, and borders for year-round interest
Fetterbush (Leucothoe Fontanesiana) — lance-shaped leaves that grow up to 4 inches long
Fetterbush (Leucothoe Fontanesiana) — preferring part shade to full shade conditions; emitting a subtle fragrance and providing a nectar source for, image 59
Fetterbush (Leucothoe Fontanesiana) — making it an ideal choice for foundation plantings; white flowers in the garden, image 56
Fetterbush (Leucothoe Fontanesiana) — It is best suited to moist, well-drained, acidic soils with ample organic material; glossy leaves that turn, image 60
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