Leucothoe axillaris Curly Gold
Leucothoe axillaris Curly Gold
Leucothoe axillaris Curly Gold ('Opstal 55')
Swamp Dog-laurel, Dog Hobble
Very pretty plant, the golden colours will look great in my shady border which almost never gets any sun.
Anastasia, 05/10/2025
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Description
The Leucothoe axillaris 'Curly Gold' is a small bush that stands out for its compact and dense habit, and especially for its original foliage, both for its twisted texture and its changing colours. Firstly orange-red at budding, its leaves turn to golden yellow then to acid green, creating a multicolour adornment on the plant. It will persist more or less in winter depending on the climate. This acid soil plant shows a preference for dappled light and thrives in deep shade, but seems to tolerate sun in moist soil. It will love the shaded areas of your garden.
The Leucothoe 'Curly Gold' ( also called 'Opstal 55') belongs to the Ericaceae family, like heathers and pieris. It was very recently selected in the Netherlands. The botanical species from which it originates is a bush native to the southeast of the United States, particularly North Carolina. 'Curly Gold' is characterised by a compact habit and surprising foliage, almost bloated in appearance and remarkably coloured.
At adult age, the Leucothoe axillaris 'Curly Gold' has a very dense bushy habit and can reach 60 cm (23.6 in) in height for 40-50 cm (15.7-19.7 in) in span. In spring, its new foliage is orange-red, curled, then it becomes yellow and green. The leaves are glossy, shiny and measure 3-4 cm in length. This variety will present a discreet flowering, during the months of April and May, in the form of small white bell-shaped flowers. During the winter, its semi-evergreen foliage will bring colour to semi-shaded, or even shaded spaces, bringing a Japanese touch to the garden
A hardy bush, the Leucothoe 'Curly Gold' likes acidic, fresh, humus-rich and well-drained soils. This small evergreen bush, in not too harsh winters, is a perfect 'trunk concealer' that will be advantageously placed at the foot of trees or bushes whose base is naked. It can be associated with medium-sized perennials like hellebores or ferns, winter heathers (Erica darleyensis), in front of a bush grouping composed of azaleas, snowberries or pieris. It also grows very well in a pot, with light shading and regular watering. Its presence will bring a very personal touch to the terrace or balcony.
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Botanical data
Leucothoe
axillaris
Curly Gold ('Opstal 55')
Ericaceae
Swamp Dog-laurel, Dog Hobble
Cultivar or hybrid
Planting and care
Place the Leucothoe in the shade or semi-shade in a fresh, acidic or neutral soil. It can be installed in the morning sun in our northern regions, provided that the soil remains nice and cool. It does not tolerate limestone: opt for heather soil mixed with compost and do not water with limey city water. Between February and April, before the resumption of vegetation, prune the sick or dead wood and the branches compromising the symmetry, keeping only the vigorous branches for a good habit of the plant.
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Hardiness is the lowest winter temperature a plant can endure without suffering serious damage or even dying. However, hardiness is affected by location (a sheltered area, such as a patio), protection (winter cover) and soil type (hardiness is improved by well-drained soil).
The flowering period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, the United Kingdom, Ireland, the Netherlands, etc.)
It will vary according to where you live:- In zones 9 to 10 (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), flowering will occur about 2 to 4 weeks earlier.
- In zones 6 to 7 (Germany, Poland, Slovenia, and lower mountainous regions), flowering will be delayed by 2 to 3 weeks.
- In zone 5 (Central Europe, Scandinavia), blooming will be delayed by 3 to 5 weeks.
In temperate climates, pruning of spring-flowering shrubs (forsythia, spireas, etc.) should be done just after flowering.
Pruning of summer-flowering shrubs (Indian Lilac, Perovskia, etc.) can be done in winter or spring.
In cold regions as well as with frost-sensitive plants, avoid pruning too early when severe frosts may still occur.
The planting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, United Kingdom, Ireland, Netherlands).
It will vary according to where you live:
- In Mediterranean zones (Marseille, Madrid, Milan, etc.), autumn and winter are the best planting periods.
- In continental zones (Strasbourg, Munich, Vienna, etc.), delay planting by 2 to 3 weeks in spring and bring it forward by 2 to 4 weeks in autumn.
- In mountainous regions (the Alps, Pyrenees, Carpathians, etc.), it is best to plant in late spring (May-June) or late summer (August-September).
The harvesting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions in USDA zone 8 (France, England, Ireland, the Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...) fruit and vegetable harvests are likely to be delayed by 3-4 weeks.
In warmer areas (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), harvesting will probably take place earlier, depending on weather conditions.
The sowing periods indicated on our website apply to countries and regions within USDA Zone 8 (France, UK, Ireland, Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...), delay any outdoor sowing by 3-4 weeks, or sow under glass.
In warmer climes (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), bring outdoor sowing forward by a few weeks.
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