Loropetalum is an evergreen shrub that generally grows to a height of 10 to 15 feet with a similar to somewhat smaller width. However, it is capable of greater height as evidenced by the 100-year-old specimens in Aiken that are 35 feet tall.
Once established, you will need to water loropetalum once a week unless it rains. Loropetalum growing in pots may need to be watered more frequently as the planters will dry out faster than the ground will. Newly planted loropetalum will need to be watered several times per week, especially if you plant during a hot time of the year.
The best time to trim loropetalum is right after it has finished flowering. This late spring and early summer time frame will be the best time of year to prune loropetalum because it will be growing quickly and will return to a full shape again. If you are wondering if it is too late to prune your loropetalum just know that the biggest risk is that a very late pruning will reduce the amount of flowers in the spring. Your plants will continue to grow no matter what time of year you cut your loropetalum back. We recommend leaving the plants alone during the winter and do not prune or fertilize. You may water if you have a period of drought.
Applying a slow release fertilizer in spring is the best time. The plants prefer slightly acidic soil and the fertilizer should ensure the plants thrive. A yearly application of fertilizer will help the shrub bloom and have healthy growth in the summer. Summer and fall applications of fertilizer are OK too, but we do not recommend fertilizing in the winter.
Grow in well-drained, moderately fertile soil in a sheltered, sunny site. Protect in winter in cold areas.
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