Buy Aspidistra elatior 'Akebono'

Plant type

perennial, groundcover

size

H: 24"-30"
W: 24"-48"

planting zones

7b-12

4”x 5” | $23

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Aspidistra elatior 'Akebono' plant details

Aspidistra elatior 'Akebono' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial groundcover with chartreuse, green and variegated foliage. In spring and winter 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 'Akebono'

Plant type: perennial groundcover
Plant family: asparagaceae
Foliage: evergreen chartreuse, green and variegated
Mature size: 24 IN - 48 IN - wide, 24 IN - 30 IN - tall
Flowers: purple blooms in spring and winter
Uses: container plant, winter interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Aspidistra elatior 'Akebono'

USDA Zones: 7b - 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

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Imposing upright leaves to 30” tall with cream streaking down the centers really make a statement, indoors or out! Alien flowers in winter at base of plant are rarely noticed but worth looking for. Decent soil, dryish to moist; shade (best with no direct sun), protect from harsh winter winds; also a great houseplant

By: Secret Garden Growers

Gardening facts about Aspidistra elatior 'Akebono' plant

How to Grow Aspidistra elatior 'Akebono'

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