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Loropetalum as a Tree: Choose 'Zhuzhou Fuchsia' and Prune Up

There's no distinct "loropetalum tree," but 'Zhuzhou Fuchsia' grows large enough to be trained into tree form. If only shrubs are available, buy this variety and progressively remove lower limbs over a few years to create a small tree. Other cultivars vary wildly in size—some "dwarf" types still need chainsaw control.

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