Loropetalum chinense var. rubrum 'Daybreak's Flame'

Chinese Fringeflower

Loropetalum chinense var. rubrum ‘Daybreak’s Flame’ (Chinese Fringe Flower) is an evergreen shrub with a rounded, arching habit, featuring reddish-bronze new growth that matures to red and dark green. Bright pink, ribbon-like flowers appear heaviest in spring, with lighter flowering continuing through much of the growing season. It is valued for its colorful foliage, extended bloom, and graceful branching habit.

Type: Shrub (Evergreen)
Mature Size: 7–10' W × 6–8' H
USDA Zones: 7a–9b
Form: Rounded, arching

Light: Part sun to light shade
Soil / Water: Moist, well-drained, slightly acidic soil; moderate water, prefers even moisture while establishing
Bloom Time / Length: Spring; heaviest bloom in spring with lighter rebloom through much of the growing season

Wildlife: Bees, butterflies

Features & Landscape Uses:
Excellent for foundation plantings, mixed shrub borders, and specimen use. The bronze-red foliage and vivid pink flowers provide multi-season color, and the arching habit gives it a softer, more graceful look than tighter mounded shrubs.

Care:
Plant in well-drained soil and avoid soggy sites. Prune after the main spring bloom if shaping is needed. Best foliage color and flowering usually occur with bright light and consistent moisture. 

Plant type

Evergreen Shrub

Height

6-8'

Width

7-10'

Hardiness zones

7–9

Sunlight

Full Sun, Partial Shade

Growth rate

Fast

Bloom time

Spring, Summer

Flower color

Pink

Leaf color

Dark Green

Fall color

Dark Green

Attracts

Bees, Butterflies, Hummingbirds

Soil

Acidic, Moist well-drained

Landscape use

Border, Container, Foundation Plant, Mass Planting, Specimen

Shape

Arching, Rounded

Bark

Smooth

Fruit

Yes

Fragrant

Yes

Drought tolerant

No