Leucothoe keiskei 'Royal Ruby'

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LeucothoeShrub, EvergreenFamily: Ericaceae

Height: 60cmSpread: 1.2m
Hardy

Attractive to wildlife
Autumn colour

Flower colour:

White

Foliage colour:

Green

Position

Sun Exposure:

Dappled shade, full shade, full sun, partial shade

Aspect:

East facing, north facing, south facing, west facing

Position in Border:

Front

Shade Type:

Damp

Soil

Acidic / Clay / Heavy / Moist / Well Drained / Light / Sandy

The genus Leucothoe contains over 50 species, all of which are evergreen or deciduous shrubs. Like Pieris, heathers and rhododendrons, they're ericaceous plants that enjoy growing in acid soils. Leucothoes tend to grow best in a position that is partially shaded.

Leucothoe keiskei 'Royal Ruby' is an evergreen, low-growing cultivar, primarily grown for its glossy foliage, which ranges from green to rich ruby-red. The colour is enhanced by cold weather, so it's ideal for providing winter interest in the garden. In spring, clusters of small, white, fragrant flowers are produced.

For best results, grow Leucothoe keiskei 'Royal Ruby' in full sun or partial shade, in a moist but well-drained, acidic soil. Mulch annually with well-rotted pine needles – be extra generous if growing in full sun to ensure the soil doesn't dry out.

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Leucothoe ‘Royal ruby’ and wildlife

Leucothoe ‘Royal ruby’ is known for attracting bees. It has nectar/pollen rich flowers.

Is known to attract Bees

Bees

Is not known to attract Beneficial insects

Beneficial insects

Is not known to attract Birds

Birds

Is not known to attract Butterflies/Moths

Butterflies/Moths

Is not known to attract Other pollinators

Other pollinators

Is Leucothoe ‘Royal ruby’ poisonous?

Leucothoe ‘Royal ruby’ can be toxic.

Toxic to:

Is known to attract Cats

Cats

Is known to attract Dogs

Dogs

Is known to attract Horses

Horses

Is known to attract Livestock

Livestock

Is known to attract People

People

No reported toxicity to:

Is not known to attract Birds

Birds