Monrovia Fringe Flower
Best compact shrub for adding year-round dramatic color to garden landscapes.
This evergreen delivers high-drama contrast with its deep burgundy foliage and vivid red blooms that persist long after other shrubs have faded. It is a low-maintenance powerhouse for year-round color, though you will need to be disciplined with your pruning schedule to keep its compact form looking sharp.
$54.99
at
Armstrong Garden Centers (Shop)
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking vibrant foliage throughout the entire year
- Landscapers wanting high-impact spring floral displays
- Busy homeowners needing low-maintenance, versatile shrub options
Who should skip it
- Gardeners living in regions with harsh, freezing winters
- Owners with alkaline soil conditions in their landscape
- Impatient gardeners unable to commit to initial watering schedules
Performance breakdown
Visual Impact
Deep red blooms against dark burgundy foliage create stunning garden contrast.
Bloom Longevity
Consistent flowering throughout the year provides reliable color for any landscape.
Growth Versatility
Compact habit makes it perfect for borders, screening, or standalone accents.
Environmental Resilience
Established plants handle mild drought conditions with impressive, reliable hardiness.
Maintenance Ease
Simple pruning schedule keeps this shrub looking sharp and healthy annually.
Site Adaptability
Thrives in various light conditions ranging from partial shade to sun.
Key Specs
Foliage Type
Evergreen
Flower Color
Red
Bloom Time
Year-round, heaviest bloom in late winter to spring
Foliage Color
Purple
Genus Name
Loropetalum
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
9 feet
Mature Width
6 feet
Deer Resistant
No
Drought Tolerant
Yes
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