LEUCOTHOE - The Leucothoe Scarletta also known as Dog Hobble is an evergreen shrub that produces arching branches and long slender glossy leaves in dark red that take on more greenish tones as it matures. This attractive plant’s leaves then change from bronze to burgundy red in the colder months of Autumn into Winter. In late Spring bunches of small white pitcher shaped flowers appear along the stems. PLANT GIFT - This tonal foliage shrub comes in a 2L plastic growing pot displayed in a lovely hessian gift bag with red organza bow, making it an excellent garden gift for plant and garden lovers at Christmas. An optional gift message can be added to complete this perfect gardening gift. We cannot guarantee the foliage colours as it depends on individual plant growth and climate. GROWING - Leucothoe Scarletta is an easy to care for plant that can grow to a height of 150cm with an eventual spread of 200cm. This hardy shrub requires a sheltered location in partial shade but the leaves do take on an almost metallic look when in bright sunlight. This shrub is ideal for growing in a pot or container or for filling gaps in garden borders in moist well draining acid soil. If the soil conditions are more alkaline, mixing in some ericaceous compost will help increase the acidic levels in the soil. ONGOING CARE - This shrub is low maintenance, so very little pruning is required but can be undertaken to help maintain a more compact rounded shape. Prune in late Spring after flowering to remove dead, diseased, or misplaced branches. If pruning is undertaken too early in the Winter, this can lead to frost damage. CARBETH PLANTS - We are a Scottish based company with over 20 years experience in horticulture. With a large variety of plants for the garden, indoors and also gift wrapped for special occasions. We pride ourselves on prompt delivery as well as our quality and affordable plants.