Margie Jenkins Coastal Doghobble Sweetgum Entry Accent: Adds warm color

Entry Accent: Adds warm color and refined texture near walkways

Drainage: Prioritize drainage on heavy soils by planting slightly high or amending the planting area for better percolation

Carolina Sweetheart Eastern Redbud is a strong choice

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Seasonal Interest: Burgundy summer canopy and warm fall finish

Margie Jenkins Coastal Doghobble Sweetgum Entry Accent: Adds warm colorMargie Jenkins Coastal Doghobble (Leucothoe axillaris 'Margie Jenkins') Margie Jenkins Coastal Doghobble is a compact evergreen shrub valued for its arching habit, glossy foliage, and dependable performance in shaded landscapes. It is especially useful where you want a broadleaf evergreen that feels softer and more natural than a rigid foundation shrub while still offering year round structure. This selection fits beautifully into woodland borders,