Ardisia japonica 'Amanogawa'

Also Known As

Ardisia amanogawa 'Milky Way'
Japanese Ardisia
Maleberry
Marlberry
Milky Way Marlberry

Plant type

perennial, groundcover

size

H: 6"-12"
W: 12"-36"

planting zones

8a-11

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Ardisia japonica 'Amanogawa' plant details

Ardisia japonica 'Amanogawa' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial groundcover with chartreuse, green, variegated and white foliage. In spring and 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 'Amanogawa'

Plant type: perennial groundcover
Plant family: primulaceae
Foliage: evergreen chartreuse, green, variegated and white
Mature size: 12 IN - 36 IN - wide, 6 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: pink and white blooms in spring and summer
Uses: border plant, container plant, rare

GROWING CONDITIONS for Ardisia japonica 'Amanogawa'

USDA Zones: 8a - 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

A most unusual variety with spectacular variegated leaves. The outer edge is dark green with a blend of lime green and chartreuse in the center toward the midrib, then the most exotic irregular blotches of white that extend from the other edge to the midrib. The leaves are heavily serrated. Likes part shade to shade and moist soil. Very unusual and rare.