Loropetalum
Loropetalum chinense

Loropetalum Plant

Loropetalum is a hardy shrub that grows 1.5-3 meters tall, thrives in acidic, well-drained soil, prefers full sun to partial shade, requires moderate moisture, is non-edible, and lacks medicinal properties.

Picture illustrating Loropetalum  plant

Habit

Shrub

Height

1.5 to 2.0 m

Growth

Moderate

Soil

Well-drained, Loamy

Shade

Full sun to partial shade

Moisture

Moderate

Edible

No

Medicinal

No

Origin

China

Climatic Condition

Subtropical, Temperate

Temperature (°)

10°C to 25°C

Humidity (%)

60% to 80%

Potting media

50% Loam, 40% Sand, 10% Organic Matter

Fertilizers

Organic Fertilizer

Watering

Regular watering

Plant Weight 

1 to 2 kg

Flowering Time

Spring to Summer

Soil Ph level

6.0 to 7.5

Water Ph level

6.0 to 7.0

Soil EC

0.5 to 1.0 mS/cm

Yield Per Plant 

2 to 4 kg per plant

NPK ratio 

04:03:02

life Span

5 to 7 years

Health Benefits

Ornamental, Stress Relief

Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?

40% acidic soil, 30% sand, 30% compost

Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers

Fertilize in spring and summer with azalea feed.

Common Diseases and Remedies

Leaf Spot, Root Rot, Aphids

Yellowing, wilting, sticky residue

Neem oil, prune infected parts
In-Organic Remedies

Copper fungicides, systemic insecticides

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