Scrophularia auriculata 'Variegata'

Also Known As

Variegated Figwort

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 3'-6'
W: 1'-3'

planting zones

6a-10b

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Scrophularia auriculata 'Variegata' plant details

Scrophularia auriculata 'Variegata' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green, variegated and white foliage. In spring and summer red flowers emerge. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and even moisture - regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, clay, gritty and rich soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Scrophularia auriculata 'Variegata'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: scrophulariaceae
Foliage: evergreen green, variegated and white
Mature size: 1 FT - 3 FT - wide, 3 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: red blooms in spring and summer
Uses: woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Scrophularia auriculata 'Variegata'

USDA Zones: 6a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: heat and humidity
Soil needs: average, clay, gritty and rich

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

"Ranked high among plants with leaves splashed and striped with cream" (GS Thomas), this statuesque 2-3' perennial is pretty all season; foliage is nice in cut bouquets but remove seed heads. S-PSh/M-W

By: Forestfarm

FOLIAGE, FOLIAGE, FOLIAGE! Gorgeous FOLIAGE plant to 4'h x 2'w – Bold leaves are generously edged in cream for a sparkling look in semi-shaded area in moist organic soils – Works well pondside too! Tiny red flowers are nothing to write home about…they just signal it is time to cut the stems to the ground to get a whole new crop of even fatter FOLIAGE!