Aegopodium podagraria 'Variegatum'

+ Add

Variegated Goutweed

 
Plant photo of: Aegopodium podagraria 'Variegatum'
Previous Photo      Next Photo
Information by: J.J. Neilson Arboretum        Photographer: Linda Engstrom,JJ Neilson

 

Description

Aegopodium podagraria 'Variegatum' is a perennial groundcover. The leafets are edged in white. This plant is great in areas where nothing else will grow, however, it can be invasive. It looks great in containers and is not particular about soil or watering. It is easy to care for and grows fast.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Culture

  • Design

Plant Type

Ground cover, Perennial

 

Height Range

Under 1'

 

Flower Color

n/a

 

Flower Season

n/a

 

Leaf Color

Grey Green, White, Variegated

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half, Shade

 

Water

Medium

 

Growth Rate

Fast

 

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

 

Soil Condition

Average, Rich, Poor, Well-drained

 

Soil pH

Neutral, Basic

 

Adverse Factors

Allergenic, Invasive

Design Styles

Mediterranean, Ranch

 

Accenting Features

n/a

 

Seasonal Interest

Spring, Summer

 

Location Uses

Parking Strip, Parking Lot, Raised Planter

 

Special Uses

Container, Erosion Control, Mass Planting

 

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Replace turf with groundcovers, trees, and shrubs. If you have areas where no one uses the grass, patches that do not grow well, or a turf area too small to water without runoff, consider replacing the turf with water-efficient landscaping.