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Also Known As

  • Nagoya Stars Cast Iron Plant

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 30"
  • W: 24"

planting zones

  • 7a-9b

4" x 5" | $23

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Aspidistra oblanceifolia 'Nagoya Stars' plant details

Aspidistra oblanceifolia 'Nagoya Stars' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with gold, green and variegated foliage. In spring burgundy flowers emerge. Grows well with bright shade - shade and regular water. Does well in well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Aspidistra oblanceifolia 'Nagoya Stars'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asparagaceae
Foliage: evergreen gold, green and variegated
Mature size: 24 IN wide, 30 IN tall
Flowers: burgundy blooms in spring
Uses: container plant, spotted leaves, tropical-looking, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Aspidistra oblanceifolia 'Nagoya Stars'

USDA Zones: 7a - 9b
Sun exposure: bright shade - shade
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This sweetly speckled Cast Iron Plant has tall, narrow, glossy evergreen leaves that can grow to 30” tall in vigorous clumps. Hardier than most, this vertical beauty sports plenty of small golden freckles. Prolific flowering at the soil surface with many star shaped purple-pink flowers resembling sea creatures. Shade, decent soil, water when dry. Adapts well to pot culture.

Gardening facts about Aspidistra oblanceifolia 'Nagoya Stars' plant

How to Grow Aspidistra oblanceifolia 'Nagoya Stars'

  • Sun Exposure

    • bright shade - shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • variegated
    • gold
    • green
  • Flower Color

    • burgundy
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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