Japanese Aralia 'Variegata'
Fatsia japonica 'Variegata'
Also known as
Varigated false Castor Oil Plant, Fatsia
Full Sun
Moderate care
Moderate watering
Frost Hardy
H5
RHS hardiness
-15°C
Minimum temperature
Expected size
Height | Spread | |
|---|---|---|
2.5m | Max | 2.5m |
1.5m | Min | 1.5m |
20 years to reach maturity
Flowering
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spring
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summer
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autumn
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winter
This plant has no fragrance
Japanese Aralia 'Variegata' Overview
Fatsia japonica 'Variegata' is an East Asian, shrubs or small trees grown for their large glossy variegated palmate leaves and its shade tolerant nature. In the autumn it produces small white flowers which are in terminal umbels. These can develop into small black fruits during winter.
Common problems with Japanese Aralia 'Variegata'
Generally disease free.
How to harvest Japanese Aralia 'Variegata'
Generally not harvested.
How to propagate Japanese Aralia 'Variegata'
Cuttings
Take semi-hardwood cuttings in summer and provide bottom heat to promote root development.
Rhizomes
Seed
Special features of Japanese Aralia 'Variegata'
Attractive flowers
Attractive leaves
Large, leathery green leaves that can grow to 30cm in width are edged with cream.
Autumn colour
Winter colour
Pot plant
Other uses of Japanese Aralia 'Variegata'
This low maintenance plant suits being used to provide architectural interest in urban courtyard spaces and sheltered flower borders in cottage style gardens.