Ardisia japonica 'Dragon Brocade'

Also Known As

Dragon Brocade Japanese Ardisia
Dragon Brocade Marlberry
Dragon Brocade Variegated Ardisia

Plant type

shrub, groundcover

size

H: 12"-18"
W: 24"-60"

planting zones

7a-11

Ardisia japonica 'Dragon Brocade' plant details

Ardisia japonica 'Dragon Brocade' is a broadleaf evergreen groundcover shrub with green, variegated and white foliage. In summer pink and white flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Attracts bees and birds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with bright shade - shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Ardisia japonica 'Dragon Brocade'

Plant type: groundcover shrub
Plant family: primulaceae
Foliage: evergreen green, variegated and white
Mature size: 24 IN - 60 IN - wide, 12 IN - 18 IN - tall
Flowers: pink and white blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Ardisia japonica 'Dragon Brocade'

USDA Zones: 7a - 11
Sun exposure: bright shade - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: heat and humidity
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Contrasty, highly textural evergreen ground cover for light to moderate shade, 12-18” high spreading stems sporting glossy foliage with cream margins and lightly ruffled edges. Summer light pink bell flowers decorate the stems followed by winter red berries. Garden soils with decent drainage and regular moisture are best. Easy to grow and looks good all year! Demand always exceeds supply. USDA Z7

By: Secret Garden Growers

Pendent clusters of starry white-to-pink summer flowers on a backdrop of gray-green leaves edged with cream make this upright 3' foundation/border shrub a soft brocade of beauty. Shade-PSh/Med