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Talinum paniculatum 'Variegatum'

Also Known As

  • Fame Flower
  • Variegated Jewels of Opar

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 18"-24"
  • W: 18"-24"

planting zones

  • 9a-10b

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Talinum paniculatum 'Variegatum' plant details

Talinum paniculatum 'Variegatum' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green, variegated and white foliage. In summer pink flowers emerge followed by brown and red fruit. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in acidic and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Talinum paniculatum 'Variegatum'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: talinaceae
Foliage: deciduous green, variegated and white
Mature size: 18 IN - 24 IN - wide, 18 IN - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in summer
Uses: cutting garden, long-blooming, self-sowing

GROWING CONDITIONS for Talinum paniculatum 'Variegatum'

USDA Zones: 9a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: acidic and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Talinum paniculatum variegated, a mounding plant with handsome creamy white edged leaves from which come reddish wiry stems holding dainty pink flowers...grows to 18"...coppery round seed heads...bright filtered light...a tender perennial

Gardening facts about Talinum paniculatum 'Variegatum' plant

How to Grow Talinum paniculatum 'Variegatum'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • acidic
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • variegated
    • white
    • green
  • Flower Color

    • pink
  • Fruit

    • red
    • brown
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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