🌿 Loropetalum ‘Ruby’ (Loropetalum chinense var. rubrum ‘Ruby’)

Loropetalum ‘Ruby,’ often called Chinese Fringe Flower, is a standout evergreen shrub prized for its rich burgundy-purple foliage and vibrant pink, fringe-like flowers. Compact and colorful, it brings year-round interest to the landscape, with a bold pop of color that contrasts beautifully against green shrubs and grasses. Its natural mounding habit makes it versatile for borders, accents, or mass plantings in Florida yards.

🌸 Flowers & Foliage

• Foliage: Deep burgundy to ruby-red leaves that hold color year-round

• Flowers: Clusters of bright pink, ribbon-like blooms in spring; sporadic flowers through summer and fall

• Habit: Dense, rounded, evergreen shrub

🌱 Plant Details

• Type: Evergreen flowering shrub

• Mature Size: 4–6 ft. tall × 4–6 ft. wide (can be kept smaller with pruning)

• Growth Habit: Compact, mounding, and moderately fast-growing

• Exposure: Full sun to partial shade (best color in full sun)

• Soil: Well-drained, slightly acidic soils preferred

• Water Needs: Moderate; drought tolerant once established

• Hardiness: USDA Zones 7–10

• Maintenance: Low; light pruning after flowering keeps shape tidy

🌟 Why We Love It

• Year-round color — deep ruby foliage sets it apart from green shrubs

• Showy flowers — pink fringe-like blooms add seasonal brightness

• Compact size — fits well in smaller gardens or tight borders

• Versatile — works in both modern and cottage-style landscapes

🌼 Landscape Uses

• Accent shrub for colorful focal points

• Foundation plantings around homes and buildings

• Mixed borders with contrasting green or golden foliage

• Low hedges or informal screens

• Containers for patios or entryways

⚠️ Plant Notes

• For best leaf color, plant in full sun — shade can cause foliage to turn more green.

• Prefers acidic soil; may require soil amendments in alkaline areas.

✅ Level To Leaf Tip: Pair Loropetalum ‘Ruby’ with golden Ligustrum ‘Howardii’ or bright green Boxwoods — the color contrast creates instant curb appeal with minimal upkeep.