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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.

Gardening facts about Cleyera japonica 'Variegata' plant

How to Grow Cleyera japonica 'Variegata'

  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - dappled shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular

Features

  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Foliage Color

    • variegated
    • white
    • green
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Texture

    • glossy
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