Solanum dulcamara 'Variegatum'

Also Known As

Solanum dulcamara 'Variegata'
Variegated Bittersweet Nightshade
Variegatum Nightshade

Plant type

shrub, perennial, vine

size

H: 4'-6'
W: 4'-6'

planting zones

8a-10b

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Solanum dulcamara 'Variegatum' plant details

Solanum dulcamara 'Variegatum' is a broadleaf deciduous or semi-evergreen perennial shrub or vine with green, variegated and white foliage. In summer purple flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Attracts butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Does well in well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Solanum dulcamara 'Variegatum'

Plant type: perennial shrub or vine
Plant family: solanaceae
Foliage: deciduous or semi-evergreen green, variegated and white
Mature size: 4 FT - 6 FT - wide, 4 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: purple blooms in summer
Uses: cutting garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Solanum dulcamara 'Variegatum'

USDA Zones: 8a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Diminutive evergreen vine, to only about 4 to 5' with pleasingly white variegated leaves and blue …well… nightshade appearing flowers. Deciduous at about 20 °F, USDA zone 9, but resprouts well from 10 °F, zone 8. Perfect for containers or to add contrast in a light shade garden. Nice to have a vine that has some self-control. Some summer water where dry for best performance.

By: Cistus Nursery

Handsome, large, wide variegated leaves with stunning deep violet reflexed flowers with a yellow beak in July and August. Flowers are followed with berries that change from green to yellow to orange to a ripe red at varying times so it is possible to have all four colors at the same time. Good cut flower. A most unusual close relative of, all things, the potato! Can be grown as a free standing shrub or wall climber. Well drained sunny site or conservatory. Like all members of the Nightshade family, berries are poisonous so don't eat them! But so is a Poinsettia!