| Common Name: |
Coastal Doghobble |
| Scientific Name: |
Leucothoe axillaris |
| Other Name(s): |
Aka Coast leucothoe, Leucothoe |
| Category: |
Shrub |
| Habit: |
Evergreen |
| Bloom Color: |
White |
| Bloom Shape: |
Clusters of heather-like flowers |
| Bloom Season: |
Spring |
| Fragrance: |
Slightly fragrant |
| Foliage Description: |
Thick, shiny, dark green leaves; leaves turn a purplish-bronze hue in winter |
| Height of Plant: |
2-4 ft. |
| Spread of Plant: |
3-5 ft. |
| Hardiness: |
USDA Zones 6 - 9 |
| Light Requirements: |
Part shade |
| Water Usage: |
Medium |
| Soil Type: |
Average, medium moisture, well-drained soil |
| Soil pH: |
Acidic soil |
| Native Range: |
Eastern United States from Virginia south |
| Maintenance: |
Medium |
| Photographer: |
Jon Wooten |
| Location: |
Native Plant Garden |