Upright, stiffly branched, spiny deciduous shrub. Foliage is bordered creamy white. Very tolerant of a wide range of conditions. Will spread by suckering. Grows medium to fast. Tough shrub. Botanical Name- Acanthopanax sieboldianus ‘Variegatus’ Pronunciation- uh-kan-tho-PAN-aks see-bowl-dee-AY-nus Foliage- Deciduous Mature Width- 8 ft Mature Height- 6 ft Sun Exposure- Full sun to part sun Soil Preferences- Tolerant of most soils except wet ones Current Size- 3 Bloom Color- Greenish white Bloom Time- May – June Companion Plants- Polygonatum odoratum ‘Variegatum’ – variegated synergy in shade Fauna Attracted- Bees, hoverflies (beneficial), some small native butterflies Plant Habit- Shrub
- Care Rating- Moderate
Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin – C14 Yearly Care Instructions- Prune to shape in early spring and mulch to conserve moisture; watch for suckers. Trimming Instructions- Prune in late winter to remove deadwood or for shaping. Fertilization Instructions- Feed lightly with a balanced fertilizer (e.g., 14-14-14) in spring; low feeding need. Amend clay soil with organic matter to improve nutrient uptake. Fertilizer Recommendation- Tree-tone Possible Issues- Spider mites, aphids, powdery mildew
