Photo of Cleyera japonica 'Tricolor' foliage by Karl Gercens III

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Cleyera japonica 'Tricolor'

Plant type

tree, shrub

size

  • H: 6'
  • W: 6'

planting zones

  • 7a-10b

Cleyera japonica 'Tricolor' plant details

Cleyera japonica 'Tricolor' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub or tree with green, pink, variegated and white foliage. In spring cream flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Cleyera japonica 'Tricolor'

Plant type: shrub or tree
Plant family: pentaphylacaceae
Foliage: evergreen green, pink, variegated and white
Mature size: 6 FT wide, 6 FT tall
Flowers: cream blooms in spring
Uses: fragrant, unique, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cleyera japonica 'Tricolor'

USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: deer, heat
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A striking, tea family member growing to about 6 ft tall and wide with horizontal branches and narrow, evergreen leaves, emerging pinky red, edged and marbled in platinum, white, and salmon. Sweetly scented, creamy white flowers appear in spring. Does well in sun to part shade with regular summer moisture. Cold hardy in USDA zone 7.

Gardening facts about Cleyera japonica 'Tricolor' plant

How to Grow Cleyera japonica 'Tricolor'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • variegated
    • white
    • pink
    • green
  • Flower Color

    • cream
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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