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Cleyera japonica 'Variegata'
Also Known As
- Romeo Cleyera
Plant type
shrub
size
- H: 6'-10'
- W: 5'-8'
planting zones
- 8a-10b
Cleyera japonica 'Variegata' plant details
Cleyera japonica 'Variegata' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green, variegated and white foliage. In spring white flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with mostly sun - dappled shade and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Cleyera japonica 'Variegata'
- Plant type: shrub
- Plant family: pentaphylacaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green, variegated and white
- Mature size: 5 FT - 8 FT - wide, 6 FT - 10 FT - tall
- Flowers: white blooms in spring
- Uses: woodland garden, year round interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Cleyera japonica 'Variegata'
- USDA Zones: 8a - 10b
- Sun exposure: mostly sun - dappled shade
- Watering frequency: regular
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
Large shrub in the Camellia family grown for its stunning, evergreen, variegated foliage and also for its sweetly scented, cream, spring flowers. Half sun, good summer water. Plants in the Pacific Northwest usually reach 6 ft or so. Cold hardy to 10F, USDA zone 8.
By: Cistus Nursery
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How to Grow Cleyera japonica 'Variegata'
Sun Exposure
- mostly sun - dappled shade
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Features
Foliage Color
- variegated
- white
- green
Flower Color
- white
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- glossy
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Plant Type
Tree, Shrub
Zones
7a-10b
Size
Height: 6'
Width: 6'
- sun - mostly shade
- even moisture - drought tolerant
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