Aspidistra elatior 'Gold Sunray'

Also Known As

Cast Iron Plant

Plant type

perennial, groundcover, grass / grass like

size

H: 2'-3'
W: 1'-3'

planting zones

7a-12

Aspidistra elatior 'Gold Sunray' plant details

Aspidistra elatior 'Gold Sunray' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial groundcover grass (or grassy in appearance) with gold, green and variegated foliage. In spring magenta and purple flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with bright shade - shade and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Aspidistra elatior 'Gold Sunray'

Plant type: perennial groundcover grass (or grassy in appearance)
Plant family: asparagaceae
Foliage: evergreen gold, green and variegated
Mature size: 1 FT - 3 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: magenta and purple blooms in spring
Uses: container plant, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Aspidistra elatior 'Gold Sunray'

USDA Zones: 7a - 12
Sun exposure: bright shade - shade
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer, heat, humidity and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Particularly upright and narrow leaves cast iron or maybe cast gold plant (either ore) leaves only to about 4" in width, up to 24" in length. Deep glossy green with narrow, pale streaks. For deep shade, container or ground. More summer water = more growth. USDA zone 7.

By: Cistus Nursery

Gardening facts about Aspidistra elatior 'Gold Sunray' plant

How to Grow Aspidistra elatior 'Gold Sunray'

Sun Exposure
- bright shade - shade
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- adaptable
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant