{"product_id":"plum-gorgeous-loropetalum","title":"Loropetalum chinense Plum Gorgeous","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"56\" data-end=\"646\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eLoropetalum 'Plum Gorgeous' is a stunning evergreen shrub admired for its rich burgundy to deep purple foliage and masses of vibrant hot pink, fringe-like flowers. Flowering heavily from late winter through spring, with additional flushes throughout the year, it provides outstanding year-round colour and contrast in the garden. Its naturally compact, rounded habit makes it ideal for hedging, feature planting, borders, mass planting and containers. Hardy, low maintenance and highly versatile, 'Plum Gorgeous' is an excellent choice for both modern and traditional Australian landscapes.\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1eye8vn\" data-start=\"648\" data-end=\"658\"\u003eFlowers\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"660\" data-end=\"871\"\u003eAbundant clusters of vivid hot pink, strap-like flowers appear from late winter through spring, with repeat flowering during the warmer months. The colourful blooms attract bees and other beneficial pollinators.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1gpte22\" data-start=\"873\" data-end=\"883\"\u003eFoliage\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"885\" data-end=\"1065\"\u003eRich burgundy to deep purple evergreen foliage provides vibrant colour throughout the year. New growth often emerges with brighter plum tones before maturing to a deep wine-purple.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"x908ft\" data-start=\"1067\" data-end=\"1075\"\u003eFruit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1077\" data-end=\"1180\"\u003eProduces small, dry capsule fruits after flowering, although they are insignificant and rarely noticed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"dx7d5c\" data-start=\"1182\" data-end=\"1196\"\u003eForm \u0026amp; Size\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1198\" data-end=\"1269\"\u003eA dense, rounded evergreen shrub with a naturally compact growth habit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1271\" data-end=\"1331\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1271\" data-end=\"1287\"\u003eMature Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately \u003cstrong data-start=\"1302\" data-end=\"1331\"\u003e1–1.5m high × 1–1.5m wide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"stzjt4\" data-start=\"1333\" data-end=\"1354\"\u003eGrowing Conditions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1356\" data-end=\"1430\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1356\" data-end=\"1364\"\u003eSun:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to part shade. Best foliage colour develops in full sun.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1432\" data-end=\"1548\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1432\" data-end=\"1441\"\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prefers fertile, well-drained soils enriched with organic matter but adapts to a wide range of soil types.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1550\" data-end=\"1726\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1550\" data-end=\"1560\"\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water regularly during establishment. Once established it is moderately drought tolerant but performs best with occasional deep watering during extended dry periods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1728\" data-end=\"1791\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1728\" data-end=\"1738\"\u003eFrost:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tolerates light to moderate frosts once established.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1793\" data-end=\"1854\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1793\" data-end=\"1802\"\u003eWind:\u003c\/strong\u003e Handles coastal conditions and moderate winds well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1856\" data-end=\"1954\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1856\" data-end=\"1868\"\u003eClimate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well suited to subtropical, warm temperate and coastal climates throughout Australia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1xwa4r9\" data-start=\"1956\" data-end=\"1963\"\u003eUses\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1965\" data-end=\"2127\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"v23eg2\" data-start=\"1965\" data-end=\"1980\"\u003eFeature shrub\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1qi7mc2\" data-start=\"1981\" data-end=\"1994\"\u003eLow hedging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"oz1glz\" data-start=\"1995\" data-end=\"2004\"\u003eBorders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"qa8y83\" data-start=\"2005\" data-end=\"2020\"\u003eMass planting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"xryn8\" data-start=\"2021\" data-end=\"2035\"\u003eFeature pots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"4wyqq9\" data-start=\"2036\" data-end=\"2055\"\u003eCourtyard gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1pnj411\" data-start=\"2056\" data-end=\"2082\"\u003eColour contrast planting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"24npwy\" data-start=\"2083\" data-end=\"2107\"\u003eCommercial landscaping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1669h3y\" data-start=\"2108\" data-end=\"2127\"\u003eMixed garden beds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"s27ty0\" data-start=\"2129\" data-end=\"2143\"\u003eMaintenance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2145\" data-end=\"2370\"\u003ePrune lightly after the main flowering period to maintain a compact shape and encourage fresh colourful growth. Feed annually with a slow-release fertiliser in spring and mulch well to retain soil moisture and suppress weeds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"xe9fpi\" data-start=\"2372\" data-end=\"2380\"\u003eNotes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2382\" data-end=\"2723\"\u003e'Plum Gorgeous' is prized for its striking combination of colourful foliage and vibrant flowers. Its naturally tidy habit and excellent year-round appearance make it an outstanding landscape shrub for adding bold contrast alongside green foliage plants. It is easy to grow, highly adaptable and requires minimal maintenance once established.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"h9meh3\" data-start=\"2725\" data-end=\"2744\"\u003eCompanion Plants\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2746\" data-end=\"2934\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1xda5mi\" data-start=\"2746\" data-end=\"2768\"\u003eGardenia 'Magnifica'\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1u417oy\" data-start=\"2769\" data-end=\"2789\"\u003eNandina 'Moon Bay'\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"b7rgy0\" data-start=\"2790\" data-end=\"2817\"\u003eLiriope 'Emerald Cascade'\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"cp92zz\" data-start=\"2818\" data-end=\"2841\"\u003eLomandra 'Little Pal'\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ks17u2\" data-start=\"2842\" data-end=\"2852\"\u003eCamellia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1wetzwa\" data-start=\"2853\" data-end=\"2861\"\u003eAzalea\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"2wx60x\" data-start=\"2862\" data-end=\"2897\"\u003eBuxus microphylla var. \u003cem data-start=\"2887\" data-end=\"2897\"\u003ejaponica\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"pa9ao5\" data-start=\"2898\" data-end=\"2921\"\u003eMagnolia 'Little Gem'\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"19zdcne\" data-start=\"2922\" data-end=\"2934\"\u003eAgapanthus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2936\" data-end=\"2978\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2936\" data-end=\"2952\"\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plum Gorgeous Loropetalum\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2980\" data-end=\"3038\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2980\" data-end=\"2999\"\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"3000\" data-end=\"3022\"\u003eLoropetalum chinense\u003c\/em\u003e 'Plum Gorgeous'\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3040\" data-end=\"3066\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3040\" data-end=\"3051\"\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hamamelidaceae\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3068\" data-end=\"3180\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3068\" data-end=\"3079\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cultivated selection of \u003cem data-start=\"3104\" data-end=\"3126\"\u003eLoropetalum chinense\u003c\/em\u003e, a species native to China, Japan and Southeast Asia.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Medium Sized growing plants","offers":[{"title":"200mm","offer_id":43096550736052,"sku":"","price":30.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0629\/4965\/4708\/files\/Plumgorgeous-Garden-centre-Sunshine-Coast.jpg?v=1716012274","url":"https:\/\/www.gardencentresunshinecoast.com.au\/products\/plum-gorgeous-loropetalum","provider":" Sunshine Coast Nursery \u0026 Garden Centre","version":"1.0","type":"link"}