Zebonard

I claim: 1. A new and distinct variety of Leucothoe substantially as herein shown and described, characterized particularly as to novelty by the unique combination of: (a) a dense, compact, symmetrical habit of growth which is much more attractive and compact than that of the Leucothoe fontanesiana parent, (b) highly unique winter coloration which ranges from green to a greenish bronze making the new variety an outstanding source of color in the landscape year-round, (c) outstanding tolerance to shade, making the new variety an important addition to that small group of plants that does well in reduced sunlight, (d) the substantial absence of dead branches which are commonly found with Leucothoe fontanesiana, (e) increased tolerance to cold when compared to Leucothoe axillaris, as is evidenced by the fact that the new variety has survived temperatures of -15° F. with little to no damage, whereas Leucothoe axillaris is listed as hardy to 0° F., and (f) foliage which is considerably smaller and less lanceolate, as well as winter foliage which is considerably less glossy and of a darker coloration than that of the Zeblid variety of the same cross.