Halesia monticola 'Variegata'

New to us, Halesia monticola 'Variegata' is a rare large shrub or eventually small tree with an attractive cream-gold margin to the leaves. Once established it has masses of pretty white flowers covering the branches in early summer.

Ideal for a position in full sun or light, dappled shade, Halesia monticola 'Variegata' is fairly slow growing for a Snowdrop tree with a tendency to grow with a multi-stemmed habit.

• Position: Full sun or light, dappled shade.
• Soil: Any fertile soil.
• Hardiness: Hardy.
• Flowering Period: May.
• Flower Colour: White
• Rate of Growth: Slow to moderate.
• Habit: Halesia monticola 'Variegata' is a large shrub or eventually a small branching tree once established.
  • Height: Eventually up to 5 m (16 ft) in many years.
  • Spread: 4 m (13 ft).