Armstrong Garden Centers Marjorie Channon Kohuhu
Best low maintenance shrub for elegant variegated garden borders.
This dense, evergreen shrub offers a refined, pyramidal structure perfect for formal accents or screening. Its striking grayish-green foliage, edged in white, provides year-round color, while the dark, nearly black stems and fragrant summer blooms add unique seasonal interest.
$16.99
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Armstrong Garden Centers (Shop)
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking year-round visual interest and low-light brightness
- Busy homeowners wanting a polished look without constant upkeep
- Landscapers looking for a multi-functional plant for diverse garden styles
Who should skip it
- Property owners needing immediate, full-height privacy or rapid coverage
- Residents in colder climates prone to frequent, deep freezing temperatures
- Gardeners with heavy, compacted soil or poor natural drainage
Performance breakdown
Visual Impact
Variegated foliage and dark stems create high-contrast, year-round garden interest.
Maintenance Ease
Low-maintenance growth habit requires minimal pruning to keep its refined shape.
Versatility
Adapts seamlessly to standalone accents, mass plantings, or structured privacy hedges.
Environmental Adaptability
Thrives in varied light and soil conditions across suitable hardiness zones.
Seasonal Interest
Chartreuse spring growth and fragrant summer blooms provide dynamic seasonal shifts.
Structural Integrity
Dense, pyramidal form maintains a clean, architectural silhouette without constant intervention.
Key Specs
Mature Height
10 feet
Mature Width
7 feet
Light Requirement
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Water Requirement
Average to Moist
Hardiness Zone
8a
Growth Rate
Medium
Bloom Time
Early Summer
Flower Color
Red
Foliage Color
Green
Evergreen/Deciduous
Evergreen
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