Squirt® Compact Leucothoe

Squirt® Compact Leucothoe

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  • Leucothoe axillaris Squirt™
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This dwarf evergreen shrub features arching branches and leathery leaves that turn bronze in winter. It stays small and tidy, perfect for adding texture to foundation plantings.

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Size at Maturity

Height 18"- 24" Spread 2'- 3'

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Growing Zone

USDA Hardiness Zones 5-9

Lowest Temperatures -20°F to -10°F

Light Requirements

Part shade - 4 to 6 hours of direct sun per day, mostly before midday

Native Range

AL, FL, GA, LA, MS, NC, SC, VA

Special Conditions

  • Deer Resistant

Seasons of Interest

  • Spring
  • Summer
  • Fall
  • Winter

How to Plant

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Planting and Care Guide

Planting Tips

Plant in moist, well-drained, acidic soil (pH 4.5–6.0) with generous organic matter. Space 2–3 feet apart. Water thoroughly after planting and mulch 2–3 inches deep.

Care Tips

Water consistently after planting; performs best with steady moisture in partial to full shade. Prune out any oldest or winter-damaged stems at the base in early spring to keep the plant fresh and vigorous. Fertilize lightly in spring with an acid fertilizer. A particularly compact, well-behaved leucothoe that stays tidy with minimal pruning. The arching, evergreen foliage takes on warm reddish tones in winter. Largely pest-free.

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