Loropetalum chinense var. rubrum ‘Fire Dance’

Chinese Witch Hazel

Loropetalum chinense var. rubrum ‘Fire Dance’ is a dazzling evergreen shrub prized for its vibrant burgundy-red foliage and unique pink, spidery flowers.

‘Fire Dance’ stands out as a versatile landscape addition, offering year-round interest with its colourful foliage and sporadic blooms, enhancing gardens or borders with its striking visual appeal and low-maintenance nature.

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Origin: Japan and south-eastern Asia

Genus: Loropetalum

Species / Cultivar: chinense var. rubrum 'Fire Dance'

Common Name: Chinese Witch Hazel

Plant Biography

Loropetalum chinense var. rubrum, commonly known as Chinese fringe flower or Chinese witch hazel, has a rich botanical history rooted in East Asia. Belonging to the witch hazel family, it originates from China and Japan, where it has been cultivated for centuries. The cultivar ‘Fire Dance’ is a specific selection celebrated for its vivid burgundy-red foliage and ornamental pink flowers which explain its increasing popularity as a prized ornamental shrub in gardens and landscapes worldwide.

Soil: Moist but Well Drained

Soil that allows water to drain at a moderate rate, without the water pooling.

Growth Rate: Medium

Expect to see moderate growth during growing season.

Water Requirement: Medium

Once it is established, this plant is likely to only require watering during drier periods.

Maintenance: A little

Easy to look after but may occasionally require some attention in order to thrive.

Situation: Full Sun to Part Shade

Enjoys direct sun most of the day, but tolerant of fewer sunlit hours or light dappling.

Eventual Height: 0.5-1m

The plant's ultimate height in typical growing conditions.

Eventual Spread: 0.5-1m

The plant's ultimate spread in typical growing conditions.

Hardiness: Hardy

Survives unprotected in an average winter. May need protection in extreme long frosts.

Habit: Evergreen

Always in leaf throughout the year. It won't lose all its leaves at any one time.

Loropetalum chinense var. rubrum ‘Fire Dance’ thrives in well-drained, acidic soil and prefers full sun to partial shade. Regular watering aids its growth, especially during the establishment phase. With a typical height and spread of 0.5-1 metres, this evergreen shrub maintains a compact, rounded form.

Pruning, if needed, is best done after flowering to maintain its shape and encourage new growth. Known for its striking burgundy-red foliage and sporadic pink blooms, it adds year-round visual interest to landscapes, making it an ideal choice for borders, hedges, or standalone ornamental planting.