Paisley Pup® Leucothoe

Looking for a shrub with year-round pizzazz? The Proven Winners® Paisley Pup® Leucothoe PP#35,833 (Leucothoe fontanesiana 'SMNLFGRV') is a breathtaking broad-leaved evergreen that delivers four seasons of color and texture!

This unique flowering bush grows 3-4 feet tall and 4-5 feet wide, producing cascading stems of glossy, lance-shaped leaves that showcase a swirling mix of burgundy, pink, cream, and green. In spring, tiny fragrant white bell-shaped flowers dangle beneath the arching stems, adding sweetness to its already dazzling display.

This modern variety is an improved selection of the Appalachian native Leucothoe, prized for its exceptional foliage variegation and compact, mounded habit. New growth emerges with warm blush-pink tones before maturing into glossy, deep green splashed with cream and rosy hues. When cooler weather rolls in, the foliage deepens to striking burgundy-red, making it a garden standout in fall and winter, too.

Key Features

• Broad-leaved evergreen with four-season foliage interest
• Stunning variegated leaves in pink, cream, green, and burgundy
• Fragrant white bell-shaped flowers in spring
• Compact, mounded, cascading form - perfect for small gardens
• Native heritage with improved Proven Winners® performance

Landscaping Uses

Native to the southeastern United States, Leucothoe has long been admired for its resilience and adaptability in shaded woodlands. Paisley Pup® Leucothoe is an eye-catching accent for shady spaces, offering year-round texture and color in your landscape. Growing 3-4 feet tall and 4-5 feet wide, it's just the right size for beds, borders, and containers.

• Woodland and shade garden centerpiece
• Foundation plantings with year-round appeal
• Mass plantings for a colorful understory
• Container gardening for porches and patios
• Companion to Rhododendrons, Azaleas, and Ferns

Care & Maintenance

Hardy in USDA zones 5-8, Paisley Pup® Leucothoe is a broad-leaved evergreen shrub that thrives in partial to full shade. It's a low-maintenance, deer-resistant plant that handles humidity well. Don't forget to order your Nature Hills Root Booster for lifelong symbiotic support.

As a member of the Ericaceae family, it's related to Blueberries, Pieris, and Rhododendrons, sharing their love for acidic soil and woodland-style gardens.

• Planting Time: Spring or fall for best establishment
• Sun Requirements: Partial to full shade
• Soil Requirements: Moist, acidic, well-drained soil - avoid alkaline soils
• Moisture Needs: Moderate - keep evenly moist; use the Finger Test and provide regular water the first year
• Mulch: Apply a 3-4 inch layer of arborist mulch to keep roots cool and soil moist
• Fertilization Needs: Use an acidic-loving fertilizer in the spring, and compost is always welcome
• Pruning Info: Minimal pruning needed, shape lightly after bloom if desired
• Special Perks: Deer-resistant, shade-tolerant, colorful year-round foliage, excellent cold-hardiness in its range

A True Paisley Pattern in the Garden!

The Paisley Pup® Leucothoe is more than just a flowering bush ... it's a year-round garden jewel with unmatched foliage flair and fragrant spring blooms. If you want a colorful, reliable shrub for your shady garden, this Proven Winners® selection will deliver. Order your Paisley Pup® Leucothoe today from Nature Hills and enjoy its four-season beauty delivered right to your doorstep!