Aspidistra sp. 'China Moon'
Also Known As
- China Moon Cast Iron Plant
Plant type
perennial, groundcover
size
- H: 6"-10"
- W: 18"-36"
planting zones
- 8a-12
Aspidistra sp. 'China Moon' plant details
Aspidistra sp. 'China Moon' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial groundcover with chartreuse, green and variegated foliage. In spring flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with bright shade - shade and even moisture - occasional water. 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 sp. 'China Moon'
- Plant type: perennial groundcover
- Plant family: asparagaceae
- Foliage: evergreen chartreuse, green and variegated
- Mature size: 18 IN - 36 IN - wide, 6 IN - 10 IN - tall
GROWING CONDITIONS for Aspidistra sp. 'China Moon'
- USDA Zones: 8a - 12
- Sun exposure: bright shade - shade
- Watering frequency: even moisture - occasional
- Resistant to: deer, heat, humidity and verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained
Gardening facts about Aspidistra sp. 'China Moon' plant
How to Grow Aspidistra sp. 'China Moon'
Sun Exposure
- bright shade - shade
Water Needs
- even moisture - occasional
Soil Needs
- adaptable
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- variegated
- chartreuse
- green
Wildlife
- deer resistant
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- glossy
Landscape groups by tags
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Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
7a-12
Size
Height: 18"-30"
Width: 15"-36"
- bright shade - shade
- regular - occasional
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Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
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Size
Height: 18"-24"
Width: 12"-24"
- bright shade - shade
- regular - occasional
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Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
7a-9b
Size
Height: 30"
Width: 24"
- bright shade - shade
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Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
7a-12
Size
Height: 16"-30"
Width: 16"-36'
- bright shade - shade
- even moisture - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
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Zones
7a-12
Size
Height: 12"-18"
Width: 12"-24"
- bright shade - shade
- regular - drought tolerant
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