Fatsia japonica 'Variegata' (Variegated Japanese Aralia)

Sun to Light ShadeZone: 7b-10 84" tall Origin: Japan

After 15 years of fruitless searching, the late JC Raulston managed to locate Fatsia japonica 'Variegata' on a trip to the UK. After JC shared a rooted cutting with us, I dared to plant my new-found treasure outdoors for hardiness testing. Surprisingly, it proved to be much more hardy than the common green form. The 7' tall x 7' wide (10 years) clump is composed of upright woody stems topped with large, tropical-looking, evergreen leaves edged with an uneven white border. In the garden, Fatsia japonica 'Variegata' makes a stunning, bold textural centerpiece for year-round interest. In late October/early November, the clumps are topped by fascinating floral sprays of white flowers. From Zone 7a and north...what a nice houseplant! Pot size: 24 fl. oz (709.77 ml)