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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

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) — Ideal for partial to full shade, it features dainty white flowers in spring

Fetterbush (Leucothoe Fontanesiana) — broadleaf evergreen / shrub with white blooms; preferring part shade to full shade conditions

Fetterbush (Leucothoe Fontanesiana) — making it an ideal choice for foundation plantings

Fetterbush (Leucothoe Fontanesiana) — transitioning from deep green to eye-catching shades of burgundy and purple in the fall; commonly known as, image 63

Fetterbush (Leucothoe Fontanesiana) — glossy leaves that turn deep red-purple in fall; delicate clusters of bell-shaped white flowers dangle from, image 49

Fetterbush (Leucothoe Fontanesiana) — <br><br>Fetterbush thrives in US Department of Agriculture hardiness zones 5 through 8, image 58

Fetterbush (Leucothoe Fontanesiana) — with a spread of 4 to 5 feet; it is best suited to moist, well-drained, acidic soils with ample organic material

Fetterbush (Leucothoe Fontanesiana) — broadleaf evergreen / shrub for deep shade or shade; with minimal care, the Fetterbush becomes a low-maintenance

Fetterbush (Leucothoe Fontanesiana) — transitioning from deep green to eye-catching shades of burgundy and purple in the fall

Fetterbush (Leucothoe Fontanesiana) — is a versatile evergreen shrub with arching branches and rich; woodland gardens or as part of a mixed shrub border

Fetterbush (Leucothoe Fontanesiana) — is a versatile evergreen shrub with arching branches and rich; woodland gardens or as part of a mixed shrub, image 71

Fetterbush (Leucothoe Fontanesiana) — Ideal for partial to full shade, it features dainty white flowers in spring; with a spread of 4 to 5 feet

Fetterbush (Leucothoe Fontanesiana) — emitting a subtle fragrance and providing a nectar source for local pollinators; lance-shaped leaves that grow up to 4

Fetterbush (Leucothoe Fontanesiana) — Grows 3-5 ft high and wide, preferring acidic, well-drained soil; is a versatile evergreen shrub with arching, image 73

Fetterbush (Leucothoe Fontanesiana) — The foliage adds seasonal interest; transitioning from deep green to eye-catching shades of burgundy and, image 62

Fetterbush (Leucothoe Fontanesiana) — woodland gardens or as part of a mixed shrub border; ideal for partial to full shade, it features dainty, image 57

Fetterbush (Leucothoe Fontanesiana) — <br><br>Fetterbush thrives in US Department of Agriculture hardiness zones 5 through 8, image 81

Fetterbush (Leucothoe Fontanesiana) — emitting a subtle fragrance and providing a nectar source for local pollinators

Fetterbush (Leucothoe Fontanesiana) — The foliage adds seasonal interest; transitioning from deep green to eye-catching shades of burgundy and purple in the

Fetterbush (Leucothoe Fontanesiana) — evergreen shrub typically matures to a height of 3 to 6 feet; maintenance is minimal, requiring light pruning to shape

Fetterbush (Leucothoe Fontanesiana) — with a spread of 4 to 5 feet; it is best suited to moist, well-drained, acidic soils with ample organic, image 55

Fetterbush (Leucothoe Fontanesiana) — <br><br>Fetterbush thrives in US Department of Agriculture hardiness zones 5 through 8, image 35

Fetterbush (Leucothoe Fontanesiana) — with a spread of 4 to 5 feet; it is best suited to moist, well-drained, acidic soils with ample organic, image 78

Fetterbush (Leucothoe Fontanesiana) — glossy leaves that turn deep red-purple in fall

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