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    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

    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

    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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