Variegated fairy bells (Disporum sessile 'Variegatum')
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This cultivar adds attractive white-striped foliage to shady areas, as well as pendent, white, bell-shaped flowers in late spring and early summer, and black berries in fall. The species is native to Japan. Variegated fairy bells grows to about 24 inches tall and wide.
Noteworthy Characteristics:
Dangling, bell-like flowers; white-striped foliage.
Care:
Provide part shade and moist but well-drained, humusy soil.
Propagation:
Divide in early spring.
Problems:
Vine weevils, slugs, fungal spots.
Overview
Height
1 ft. to 3 ft.
Spread
1 ft. to 3 ft.
Growth Habit
Spreads
Light
Part Shade Only
Moisture
Medium Moisture
Maintenance
Low
Characteristics
Showy Flowers,
Showy Foliage
Bloom Time
Early Summer,
Late Spring
Flower Color
White
Foliage Color
Variegated Foliage
Uses
Beds and Borders
Style
Shade,
Woodland Garden
Seasonal Interest
Spring Interest
Type
Perennials