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Variegated Mountain Fleece
The Fallopia, 'Fallopia japonica 'Variegata', is an very colorful clump perennial that is excellent for brightening up a shady corner. The new spring leaves are variegated pink and white. As the leaves mature thay turn a marbled white and green with pink hilights and red stems. To maintain form, this plant should be pruned back extensively every spring. The colorful heart-shaped leaves make this plant a favorite for cut foliage for flower arranging. The Fallopia will reach a mature height of about 4 feet and they will spread and make larger clumps each year, hence, the need for pruning if you want to confine this plant in a smaller area. ... details
Ivy - Midas Touch The Midas Touch Ivy, Hedera Helix, is a heart-shaped, three-lobed Ivy with spectacular gold splashed leaves. Here's a strong grower for mixed baskets or a container program. The American Ivy Society's Ivy of the Year for 2002. They can be grown in pots, hanging baskets, window boxes and used as houseplants. Hederas are one of the most useful group of plants for the garden that we have. The wide range of varieties now available give colour and form all the year round. |
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