Name: Loropetalum chinense 'Purple Pixie' (Purple Pixie Chinese Fringe Flower)

Average Landscape Size: 2–3 ft tall × 3–4 ft wide; compact, mounded habit (can reach 4–5 ft if unpruned)

Sun Requirements: Partial sun to full sun; adapts well to various light conditions

Water Needs: Moderate; drought tolerant once established, prefers consistent moisture

Deer Resistance: High

Cold Hardiness: USDA Zones 7–10; evergreen in Willis winters, extremely cold hardy

Fertilization & Pruning: General purpose fertilizer in spring; light pruning after flowering to maintain shape

Detailed Description: This Purple Pixie Loropetalum is an absolute showstopper with its deep burgundy foliage that holds its color year-round! The compact size makes it perfect for smaller spaces, but don't let that fool you – those hot pink, ribbon-like blooms put on quite a show in spring and sporadically throughout the year. Here in Willis, it's incredibly reliable and handles our heat beautifully while staying evergreen through our mild winters. Most homeowners keep these at 2–3 feet, making them perfect for foundation plantings or colorful borders. It's also deer resistant, so you won't have to worry about your investment getting nibbled!