Evergreen Shrubs (Non-Flowering) – Romeo Cleyera

Botanical name: cleyera japonica ‘variegata’

Average size at maturity: up to 8 ft in height and 6 ft in width

Hardy zone: zones 7-10

Foliage color: green/yellow/red/pink/white

Growth rate: grows no more than 1 ft per year

Pruning needs: trim to maintain desired shape and size in the early spring before new growth begins to emerge

Landscape use: privacy plant, edging, mass planting, accent

Light needs: 3-6 hours of sun per day

Special features: tri-colored variegated foliage

Water needs: allow soil to partially dry between watering sessions

Fertilizing needs: use 10-10-10 once in april and once in july