Loropetalum performs best in well-draining, nutrient-rich, acidic soil. In cooler climates, such as 6b to 7b, it is best to plant them in a protected area, away from winter winds.
These low-maintenance shrubs are blooming with potential and colorful flowers. Loropetalum (Loropetalum chinense) is an easy shrub to grow in the South. You can practically plant it and forget it.