Phytolacca americana 'Silberstein'

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 4'-5'
W: 4'-5'

planting zones

5a-9b

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Phytolacca americana 'Silberstein' plant details

Phytolacca americana 'Silberstein' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with chartreuse, gold, green and variegated foliage. In summer white flowers emerge followed by black and purple fruit. Attracts birds and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun 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 Phytolacca americana 'Silberstein'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: phytolaccaceae
Foliage: deciduous chartreuse, gold, green and variegated
Mature size: 4 FT - 5 FT - wide, 4 FT - 5 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Phytolacca americana 'Silberstein'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat and humidity
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

The bold foliage on this rare perennial is stunning, marbled generously with bright yellow, with an occasional ‘all yellow’ leaf. Arching, upright stems are red at tips, plants reaching 4-5′. Glistening, translucent, red-purple fruits in late summer are tightly packed and very showy. Sun to part shade, most soils, average to moist soil (not soggy). Ours has a few seedlings every year, all variegated. Deer don’t touch it.