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Buy Rhamnus alaternus 'Argenteovariegata'

Also Known As

Rhamnus alaternus 'Variegata'
Rhamnus alaternus var. angustifolia 'Argenteovariegata'
Italian Buckthorn
Variegated Italian Buckthorn

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 8'-10'
W: 4'-10'

planting zones

7a-10b

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Rhamnus alaternus 'Argenteovariegata' plant details

Rhamnus alaternus 'Argenteovariegata' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green, variegated and white foliage. In spring and summer green and yellow flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Features glossy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular - occasional water. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in average and rich soil. A good option if you're seeking something pollution tolerant and seaside / salt tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Rhamnus alaternus 'Argenteovariegata'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: rhamnaceae
Foliage: evergreen green, variegated and white
Mature size: 4 FT - 10 FT - wide, 8 FT - 10 FT - tall
Flowers: green and yellow blooms in spring and summer
Uses: border plant, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhamnus alaternus 'Argenteovariegata'

USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: pollution and seaside / salt
Soil needs: average and rich

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This tough, evergreen, Mediterranean shrub has been grown since the 17th century for its handsome variegated foliage, pale green leaves with creamy white margins that echo the white, spring flowers. Handsome red berries in fall stand out against the pale foliage. To 12-15 ft tall and nearly as wide. Has the best form in full sun but accepts part shade as well. Requires little summer water once established. Frost hardy to 0F, USDA zone 7.

By: Cistus Nursery

Grey-green leaves broadly edged with creamy white make this pleasing selection of a beautiful large (to 15' x 12') shrub "an asset to any garden" (GS Thomas) as accent or hedge. Sun/Med

By: Forestfarm

Narrow evergreen foliage is green with white margins. Can prune to manage size. Hardy to USDA Zone 7-9.

By: Lael's Moon Garden

We have always had a thing for this handsome variegated evergreen. Just a showpiece of foliage. Makes a big shrub pretty fast and asks for very little in return, just the occasional "Attaboy!" and it is good to go. Nothing little flowers and red winter fruit. Neat foliage for cut stems.

By: Far Reaches Farm

This 6-8’ evergreen shrub has small ¾” long leaves that are margined with yellow. Once established will grow with very little water (still needs some summer water).

By: Gossler Farms

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Gardening facts about Rhamnus alaternus 'Argenteovariegata' plant

How to Grow Rhamnus alaternus 'Argenteovariegata'

Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- regular - occasional
Water Needs
- dry in summer
Soil Needs
- average
- rich
Special Situation
- pollution tolerant
- seaside / salt tolerant

Features

Foliage Color
- variegated
- white
- green
Flower Color
- yellow
- green
Fruit
- red
Flower Season
- summer
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- glossy

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