The original variety of Loropetalum bears small, white, four-petaled flowers. Its arched branches help to form its dense and rounded shape. Although typically growing 3 to 5 feet in height, this original variety has been know to reach a maximum height of 15 feet. It's a great choice for wooded gardens.
The Ruby fringe flower is the smallest variety available on the market. The name "Ruby" refers to its ruby red new growth. It is a great choice for planting along a foundation or in small bedded areas. The Ruby type will grow 3 to 5 feet tall with pink, year-long flowers.
Fire Dance is distinguished by its dark-pink flowers. Its leaves change from purple to green, with only a hint of red, at maturity. This strain grows faster than its counterparts and reaches 3 to 6 feet tall. Fire Dance is a great choice for container gardening and a perfect addition to your front porch or deck.
The Zhuzhou fringe flower may just be the most exotic of the group. With leaves that are blackish maroon and bright-pink flowers, the zhuzhou is a show stopper. The largest member of the family, this shrub will grow up to 10 feet tall and 6 feet wide. It can be trained or pruned to achieve a desired look.