Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Ericaceae

Genus:

Leucothoe

Species:

Leucothoe davisiae

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Shrub

Height:

4-6 ft

Light Requirements:

Part Shade

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

jun, jul, aug

Bloom Colors:

White

Evergreen Shrub:

Yes

Landscaping Shrub:

Yes

Native Range

United States: California, Oregon

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rich, well-drained loamy soil

pH:

5.0 - 6.5 (acidic to slightly acidic)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

prefers cool, shaded environments