Grows well in the ground or in containers. Variegation is most evident on the new growth, but persists quite well. A distinctive feature of this selection is that while the extent of the variagation on each individual leaf is variable, the leaf midribs are almost always white. Japan A relatively slow spreader, and quite hardy. Leaves are dark green, sharply variegated with white stripes.
Variegation persists throughout the year.
The form which we are offering will probably attain a height of only about 2'. Prefers partial shade. Gold coloration is very bright in the new growth becoming less pronounced as the leaves age. Leaf undersides are covered with soft hairs, giving them a velvety feel. Prefers a bit of shade.