And spring brings a flush of magenta pink, tassel-like blooms, giving the plant one of its common names, fringe flower.

That’s why I love the Purple Pixie Dwarf Weeping Loropetalum. This compact, cascading shrub offers all the rich color and charm of its larger relatives but in a low growing, spreading form that ...

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.