22+ Variegated Shrubs Zone 8

Mature plants bear small inconspicuous three petaled white flowers at the center of the rosette usually in early spring. It grows in zones 4 to 8.

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Variegated shrubs zone 8

Most species in the alpinia genus are hardy in zone 8 and they provide ornamental foliage in addition to their fragrant and colorful flowers. Its dark leathery leaves form a lovely backdrop for its pink peach white or red blooms. Hosta is hardy in zones 3 8 and known to be one of the simplest plants to grow.

They get a stalk of purple or white bell shaped flowers but they are mainly grown for their foliage. Many types have variegated leaves tinged with gold and green or white which turn pinkish to red in for bright winter color. Evergreen shrub for shade.

All parts of the plant are poisonous so avoid planting it in areas used by pets and small children. Why we love it. A grass relative carex spark plug a japanese variegated sedge is also a good shade garden plant.

Leaves can be variegated yellow green blue ribbed heart shaped striped. Well drained dry or moist. Plants reach 4 feet in height with similar spread.

Alpine currant bears fruit but it is dioecious so you need both male and female plants for pollination. Dangling flowers open from deep red buds in late winter and early spring. Use valley valentine as part of a foundation planting shrub border or hedge.

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