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Closeup photograph of the leaves of the Dog-hobble en ( Leucothoe axillaris en ). Photo taken at the Tyler Arboretum where it was identified. Camera and Exposure Details: Camera: Nikon D50 Lens: Sigma 70mm f/2.8 EX DG Macro Exposure: 70mm (

Photo: Photo (c)2007 Derek Ramsey ( Ram-Man ) (GFDL 1.2), via Wikimedia Commons

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Coastal Doghobble

Leucothoe axillaris

Coastal Doghobble (Leucothoe axillaris) is a landscape plant valued for its form and structure as much as its bloom. It reaches roughly 6.5 ft at maturity and blooms in fall. Match it to full sun to part shade and let it go dry between waterings once it is established. One caveat: like any plant, its published range is a guideline, not a guarantee, for the specific microclimate of your yard. Given a spot that matches its light and water needs, it is a dependable, low-drama addition to the yard.

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Hardiness range

A hardiness zone is not on file for this plant yet, and a ZIP-level fit check is not available for it.

How it does in your yard

HabitNot recorded
Hardiness zoneNot recorded
Mature heightAbout 6.5 ft
Waterlow
Bloom periodFall
Native to the USNot recorded
Toxicitynone

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Questions

Is Coastal Doghobble native to the United States?

USDA PLANTS data does not record Coastal Doghobble as native to the United States.

What USDA hardiness zone does Coastal Doghobble need?

A minimum hardiness zone is not on file for Coastal Doghobble yet.