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Ardisia japonica 'White Caps'

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 The broadleaf evergreen Ardisia japonica 'White Caps' (Japanese ardisia) bears light pink blooms during mid-summer. The showy glossy foliage is variegated, white and deep green in colour, medium in texture and evergreen. Ardisia japonica 'White Caps' (Japanese ardisia) bears showy fruit. This plant has smooth bark.
Typical Uses Alpine or rock garden, border, container, edging, ground cover, foundation and topiary.
Special Characteristics Birds are attracted to Ardisia japonica 'White Caps' .
Cautions This plant is self-sowing, and without intervention may spread broadly and randomly.