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Ardisia japonica 'Red Tide'

Family Myrsinaceae
Plant Type broadleaf evergreen
Zone USDA:   7a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H3 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level
Height 25 - 40 cm (10 - 16 in)
Spread 30 - 60 cm (1 - 2 ft)
Light partial shade to shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type loam
Soil pH acidic

Description Ardisia japonica 'Red Tide' (Japanese ardisia) bears showy and light pink blooms during mid summer. This broadleaf evergreen is a thicket in form and has variegated bright yellow and deep green foliage that is showy, glossy, medium textured and evergreen. The fruit produced by Ardisia japonica 'Red Tide' (Japanese ardisia) is showy. The bark is showy and smooth in texture.
Typical Uses Alpine or rock garden, border, container, edging, ground cover, foundation and topiary.
Special Characteristics This broadleaf evergreen attracts birds to your garden.
Cautions When planning your garden, take into consideration that Ardisia japonica 'Red Tide' (Japanese ardisia) grows at a fast rate and will fill its designated space quickly. This plant is self-sowing and may spread broadly and randomly.