Plant Type

Shrub

 

Height Range

3-6', 6-12'

 

Flower Color

 

Flower Season

 

Leaf Color

Green, Dark Green, Yellow, Variegated

 

Bark Color

 

Fruit Color

Red

 

Fruit Season

Winter, Fall

Sun

Shade

 

Water

Medium

 

Growth Rate

Moderate

 

Soil Type

Loam

 

Soil Condition

Average, Rich, Well-drained

 

Soil pH

Neutral

 

Adverse Factors

Design Styles

Tropical

 

Accenting Features

 

Seasonal Interest

Winter, Fall

 

Location Uses

Entry, Perennial Border, Foundation, Indoor, Patio

 

Special Uses

Container, Filler, Small Spaces

 

Attracts Wildlife

This shrub is not variegated, but cultivars are variously colored. It can reach a height of 6'-10' tall and similar width.

Planting: 1. Dig a hole 1" less the depth and 2 times the width of the container. 2. Fill hole with water, let soak. 3. Set root ball in hole. 4. Fill hole halfway with native soil and water. 5. Finish back filling hole, build basin and water.