Fetter-bush (Leucothoe racemosa)
Description
Fetter-bush is a shrub with unique, bell-shaped flowers that grow in racemes. The leaves of the shrub turn red in autumn, but their flowers stay a clear white.
Gardening Tips
| Care | Known Problems | How to Harvest | Mature Size | Notes/Uses |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fetter-bush, like most shrubs, prefers moist soil and humid air. Shade is recommended to conserve moisture. Prefers acidic soil | Fetter-bush especially susceptible to root and leaf rot, both of which are already common in moist soil | In the transition from green to red leaves branches should be cut for sampling, without removing the flowers | A mature Fetter-bush can grow up to 6 feet tall | Flowers have proven poisonous to cattle, and should not be ingested by humans |