Leucothoe fontanesiana 'SMNLFGRV' ~ Paisley Pup® Leucothoe hardscape Borers may be a problem

Borers may be a problem in the South

Its dense dark green foliage turns gray-green when temperatures drop below freezing

Dense crowns may rot in poorly drained soils

Shallow root system can crack or heave nearby driveways or sidewalks

do it in spring and just past a leaf node

Leucothoe fontanesiana 'SMNLFGRV' ~ Paisley Pup® Leucothoe hardscape Borers may be a problemPaisley Pup Leucothoe is a compact native evergreen shrub that forms a low mound habit with beautiful marbled foliage that has a mix of pink, green, cream, and bronze. Drooping clusters of fragrant white flowers are borne in profuse axillary clusters from late spring into summer. Grows best with partial sun in rich and moist, well drained acidic soils. Leaves are highly toxic if ingested. Type: Shrub Origins: Southeast N. America; GA Native Height: 3'