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Drooping Leucothoe

Leucothoe fontanesiana, Ericaceae

Zones
5–8
Layer
Shrub
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Moderate

Guild Roles

Beneficial Insect Habitat

Growing Conditions

Sun

Partial Shade (optimal)Full Shade (acceptable)

Water

Moderate

Soil pH

4.5 – 6

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Chilean GuavaUgni molinae
Pollinator SharingShade Provision
Bigleaf HydrangeaHydrangea macrophylla
Shade ProvisionNutrient Accumulation
Japanese CamelliaCamellia japonica
Shade ProvisionNutrient Accumulation

Antagonistic Plants

Swamp DoghobbleEubotrys racemosa

Both are closely related Ericaceae shrubs that compete intensely for the same acidic, moist habitat conditions

Burning BushEuonymus alatus

Burning Bush can alter soil pH and release compounds that inhibit acid-loving plants like Leucothoe

Uses

Functions

Ornamental

Common Questions

What zones does Drooping Leucothoe grow in?

Drooping Leucothoe grows in USDA hardiness zones 5 through 8.

What are good companion plants for Drooping Leucothoe?

Good companions for Drooping Leucothoe include Chilean Guava, Bigleaf Hydrangea, Japanese Camellia.

Design guilds with Drooping Leucothoe and see companion relationships visually.

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