Leucothoe Scarletta® 'Zeblid' (scarlet Leucothoe) — H45 cm | Pot Ø17 cm
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Frequently Asked Questions
How large does it grow? It is the largest of the leucothoes: it reaches approximately 1 m in height when mature and spreads wider thanks to its arching branches. Plan for a large pot in the long term.
Does it need ericaceous soil? Yes. It does not tolerate lime: when grown in a pot, plant it in ericaceous soil and preferably water it with rainwater.
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- Delivery in 2 to 5 business days
- Eco-friendly packaging: recyclable boxes and biodegradable materials
- Special protection to ensure the plant arrives in perfect condition
- Parcel tracking sent by email as soon as shipped
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We guarantee that your plants will arrive in perfect condition. If your plant arrives damaged or in poor condition:
- Contact us within 48 hours at hello@verdeia.eu with photos
- Free replacement or full refund
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The guarantee covers: damage related to transport, severely weakened plant upon arrival, preparation errors.
CARE TIPS UPON ARRIVAL
To help your plant settle in for the long term:
- Unpack immediately and inspect your plant
- Let it acclimatize 24-48h in a bright spot without direct sunlight
- Check soil moisture before watering (dry surface = light watering)
- Wait 2-3 weeks before repotting
- Avoid heat sources and drafts
- Gently wipe leaves to remove dust
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❤️ Dark red young leaves • 🌿 Glossy green edged in red • 🍂 Burgundy bronze in winter • 🌘 Partial shade to shade • ❄️ Hardy to -20 °C • 🏆 Awarded by the Royal Horticultural Society
Leucothoe Scarletta® 'Zeblid' is an evergreen shrub with arching branches, whose foliage changes from dark red to glossy green and then bronze through the seasons. A horticultural hybrid awarded the Royal Horticultural Society's Award of Garden Merit, a distinction given to the most reliable plants in the garden, it is the largest of the leucothoes among our outdoor plants.
Its young, slender, pointed leaves emerge dark red in spring, then mature to glossy green, often edged in red. In autumn, they take on coppery tones, then burgundy bronze in winter. In late spring, small white bells line the stems. At maturity, it reaches about 1 m in height and spreads even further.
Which colourful foliage shrub should you choose?
Ten evergreen shrubs from the catalogue, chosen for their foliage rather than their flowers:
- Leucothoe Scarletta® 'Zeblid' (this plant) — dark red leaves in spring, glossy green edged in red, bronze in winter. The largest of the leucothoes, with an arching habit.
- Leucothoe 'Little Flames' — green leaves with flame-red tips in winter and coppery young shoots. The best suited to a small hedge.
- Leucothoe 'Burning Love' — smooth, narrow leaves, burgundy red in spring, purple in winter. The deepest purple, with an arching habit.
- Leucothoe 'Colour Diamond' — coppery young shoots, then green leaves edged in cream, turning red in cold weather. The narrowest, ideal for a small pot.
- Leucothoe 'Makijaz' — green leaves splashed with white, pink in spring, burgundy in winter. The most spreading.
- Leucothoe 'Curly Red' — red curly leaves in spring, dark green in summer, purple in winter. The most changeable through the seasons.
- Leucothoe 'Curly Gold' — golden and acid-green curly leaves, compact. The brightest in deep shade.
- Japanese aralia 'Spider Web' - large white-speckled palmate leaves, for partial shade. The most exotic.
- 'Emerald 'n' Gold' spindle on a standard stem - small green and gold leaves, trained into a ball on a 90 cm stem. The most structured, in sun or partial shade.
- Photinia 'Little Red Robin' on a standard stem - bright red young shoots, on a 90 cm stem. The most colourful in spring, for a sunny position.
Leucothoes are the only ones that require acidic soil. Apart from Scarletta, they remain low-growing: place them in front of or at the foot of standard-form shrubs.
Exposure & location
It grows naturally in woodland: it prefers soft light, a spot sheltered from the wind, and tolerates morning sun. However, the sun during the hottest hours burns its leaves in summer.
- Exposure: partial shade to shade; morning sun is acceptable if the substrate stays moist.
- Location: north- or east-facing terrace, against a wall, large entrance planter, low hedge in the shade.
- Hardiness in a pot: down to -20 °C - it stays outdoors in winter.
- Soil type: ericaceous, moist, humus-rich and well-drained soil - never limey.
Its arching branches droop with age: a raised pot or one placed on a low wall highlights their curve.
Watering & care
Like all leucothoes, it requires a consistently moist substrate: testing the substrate with your finger shows when to water, while browning leaf tips in summer indicate that the pot has become too dry or is receiving too much sun.
- Watering: regular - keep the substrate consistently moist in spring and summer, watering less often in winter without letting it dry out.
- Water: rainwater or preferably lime-free water.
- Fertiliser: fertiliser for ericaceous plants, in spring.
- Pruning: after flowering, cut the oldest branches back at the base to renew the clump and encourage new red shoots.
- Repotting: the following spring, then every two years into a wider pot, using ericaceous soil.
A pine bark mulch on top of the pot keeps it cool and slightly acidifies the substrate.
Decor ideas & plant pairings
Its spring red and winter bronze make it a colourful backdrop for shade-loving plants, especially on a balcony with little sun.
- For an ericaceous soil composition, pair it with 'Nuccio's Gem' camellia — they have the same acidic soil requirements, and its white flowers stand out against the red-edged foliage.
- For a burgundy colour scheme, plant a 'Double Ellen Red' hellebore at its base — its burgundy-purple flowers from February to April echo the foliage's winter hues.
- For contrasting textures, pair it with a Korean fern — its fine fronds soften the glossy, pointed leaves.
- To enhance the pot, choose the Capi Nature Groove taupe pot — its light colour makes the red and bronze foliage stand out.
Its long arching branches, cut in winter, add volume and bronze tones to a seasonal bouquet.
Verdeia tips
- Renew it every two or three years: cutting one third of the oldest branches back to the base after flowering encourages new dark red shoots to grow from the base.
- Don't worry about the winter bronze colour: this is a normal reaction to the cold, not a disease. Our cold-hardy plants guide helps you create a winter balcony around it.
- Plan ahead for space: delivered at 45 cm, it reaches approximately 1 m within a few years. Repot it gradually into a container at least 40 cm in diameter.
Technical specifications
- Botanical name: Leucothoe Scarletta® 'Zeblid'
- Common name: Scarlet leucothoe
- Family: Ericaceae
- Origin: horticultural hybrid, a genus native to the woodlands of the southeastern United States
- Size on delivery: H45 cm | Pot Ø17 cm
- Habit: bushy, arching branches
- Height at maturity: approximately 1 m tall, wider than it is tall
- Flowering: small white bells along the stems, in late spring
- Exposure: partial shade to shade
- Watering: regular, substrate always fresh
- Soil type: ericaceous, acidic, humus-rich and well-drained soil
- Hardiness: down to -20 °C
- Foliage: evergreen, dark red then glossy green edged in red, burgundy bronze in winter
- Care: easy
- Toxicity: toxic if ingested by animals and children
- Decorative style: Graphic / Woodland / Terrace
Each plant is unique: the proportion of red leaves and the intensity of the edging naturally vary depending on the season and the light it receives.
Your plant, delivered with care
Every plant is hand-packed in a box specially designed for plants — secured, protected, ready to travel. It arrives in perfect condition, roots intact and foliage preserved, ready to take its place in your home.
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How are my plants prepared before shipping?
All our plants are selected from our European partner nurseries. Before shipping, they are watered, cleaned, and protected with breathable, secure packaging. Each package is designed to ensure your plant arrives in perfect health, without any transport-related stress.
Will the plant look exactly like the photo?
The photos accurately represent the variety and the stated size. Since each plant is unique, slight differences in shape, foliage, or color may occur — and that’s part of their charm.
What are the delivery times and conditions?
Shipping is done within 48 business hours, with tracked delivery within 2 to 5 business days. Delivery costs €5.60 — free for orders over €50. You will receive a tracking link as soon as the package is shipped.
What to do upon receiving my plant?
Open your package as soon as you receive it and carefully remove the plant from its packaging. Let it acclimate for 24 hours in its new environment before watering. If it has been slightly stressed during transport, it will recover its shape after one or two days in the light.
What to do if my plant arrives damaged?
Contact us within 48 hours with a photo of the issue. Our team will assess the situation and offer you the best solution: replacement, partial refund, or recovery advice.
Can I return a plant?
Since plants are living beings, standard returns are not possible. However, we guarantee good health upon delivery: if the plant arrives damaged, it will be replaced free of charge. For any other cases (order error, decorative pot, accessory), returns are possible within 14 days.