Phytolacca americana 'Variegata'

Also Known As

Phytolacca decandra
Variegated Poke Weed

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 5'-7'
W: 5'-7'

planting zones

4a-10b

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Phytolacca americana 'Variegata' plant details

Phytolacca americana 'Variegata' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green, pink, variegated and white foliage. In summer chartreuse, pink and yellow flowers emerge followed by black, purple and red fruit. Attracts bees, birds and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - occasional water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Phytolacca americana 'Variegata'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: phytolaccaceae
Foliage: deciduous green, pink, variegated and white
Mature size: 5 FT - 7 FT - wide, 5 FT - 7 FT - tall
Flowers: chartreuse, pink and yellow blooms in summer
Uses: border plant, container plant, self-sowing, toxic, tropical-looking

GROWING CONDITIONS for Phytolacca americana 'Variegata'

USDA Zones: 4a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: heat and humidity
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

The bold foliage on this rare perennial is stunning, marbled generously with bright yellow, with an occasional 'all yellow' leaf. Arching, upright stems are red at tips, plants reaching 4-5'. Glistening, translucent, red-purple fruits in late summer are tightly packed and very showy. Sun to part shade, most soils, average to moist soil (not soggy). Ours has a few seedlings every year, all variegated. Deer don't touch it.

By: Secret Garden Growers

The leaves of this large herbaceous plant are splashed with pink, green and cream. Large clusters of toxic shiny black fruit. 7 feet tall and wide. Reseeds.