Description
Leucothoe keiskei Leafscape™ ‘Opstal50’ Burning Love Doghobble is a striking evergreen shrub prized for its vibrant, colorful foliage that transforms throughout the seasons. Native to Japan, this variety is renowned for its compact, low-growing habit and glossy leaves that emerge a fiery red in spring, deepening to a rich burgundy by fall, providing year-round visual interest in shaded garden areas. As part of the Leucothoe genus, commonly known for their tolerance to acidic, well-drained soils and shade, ‘Burning Love’ is especially valued for its exceptional leaf color intensity and disease resistance, making it an ideal choice for woodland gardens, borders, or as groundcover beneath trees. Its unique combination of bright spring color and evergreen retention throughout winter sets it apart from other doghobble varieties. This cultivar has been acknowledged for its horticultural merit, offering landscapers and gardeners a reliable, ornamental shrub that enhances shade garden aesthetics with minimal maintenance.