Fatsia japonica 'Spilt Milk'

Also Known As

Speckled Japanese Aralia

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 6'-12'
W: 5'-10'

planting zones

7a-11

Fatsia japonica 'Spilt Milk' plant details

Fatsia japonica 'Spilt Milk' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green, variegated and white foliage. In winter white flowers emerge followed by black fruit. Features glossy texture. Attracts bees and beneficial insects making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with mostly sun - shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something seaside / salt tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Fatsia japonica 'Spilt Milk'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: araceae, araliaceae
Foliage: evergreen green, variegated and white
Mature size: 10 FT wide, 10 FT tall
Flowers: white blooms in winter
Uses: big leaves, container plant, cutting garden, houseplant, palmate, patio, screen, showy, tropical-looking, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Fatsia japonica 'Spilt Milk'

USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer, seaside / salt
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A Cistus introduction found as a seedling with lustrous green leaves edged and splashed cream and white. Particularly vigorous and happy in shade to morning sun, with consistent moisture for best variegation. Evergreen, multi-stemmed shrub to 10' with panicles of white flowers followed by black berries. Bold specimen for tropical effect, great in a container. Upper USDA zone 7. Araliaceae