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.
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
Common Diseases
Leaf Spot, Root Rot, Aphids
Symptoms
Yellowing, wilting, sticky residue
Organic Remedies
Neem oil, prune infected parts
In-Organic Remedies
Copper fungicides, systemic insecticides