Rhamnus alaternus 'Argenteovariegata'

A handsome medium sized evergreen shrub with green and creamy-white variegated foliage with irregular white margins. Established plants have inconspicuous greenish-yellow flowers in spring with bright red berries in late summer and autumn.

One of our favourite variegated shrubs, most suitable for a position sheltered from strong winds!

• Position: Full sun or dappled shade.
• Soil: Well drained, fertile soil. Avoid waterlogged soil.
• Hardiness: Reasonably hardy but needs shelter from wind. Not suitable for cold, exposed areas.
• Flowering Period: April - May.
• Flower Colour: Greenish-yellow
• Rate of Growth: Slow to moderate.
• Habit: Medium sized, rounded shrub.
  • Height: up to 2 - 2.5 m (6 - 8 ft) possibly a little larger in very sheltered favourable positions.
  • Spread: 2m (6 ft).