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Orixa japonica 'Pearl Frost'

Also Known As

  • Pearl Frost Japanese Orixa
  • Variegated Orixa

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 8'-10'
  • W: 4'

planting zones

  • 5a-9b

Orixa japonica 'Pearl Frost' plant details

Orixa japonica 'Pearl Frost' is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green, variegated and white foliage. In spring flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Orixa japonica 'Pearl Frost'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: rutaceae
Foliage: deciduous green, variegated and white
Mature size: 4 FT wide, 8 FT - 10 FT - tall
Uses: border plant, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Orixa japonica 'Pearl Frost'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This deciduous member of the citrus family grows to 8' or more tall with a graceful habit and 5" foliage edged and streaked in creamy white. Though tolerant of full sun, these are particularly beautiful on the edge of woodland with darker plants behind. Slower growing than it's great parent but vigorous nonetheless in medium drainage in medium shade to full sun. Requires regular summer water. Frost hardy in USDA zone 5.

Gardening facts about Orixa japonica 'Pearl Frost' plant

How to Grow Orixa japonica 'Pearl Frost'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • variegated
    • white
    • green
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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