Dwarf white-stripe (Pleioblastus variegatus) Synonyms:  Pleioblastus fortunei Genus:  Pleioblastus Dwarf white-stripe has 5-inch-long, upward-pointing green leaves strongly variegated with white. It grows up to 3 feet tall in either sun or shade, forming a striking contrast to less flamboyant neighbors. Noteworthy Characteristics:  Strong visual interest. Easily grown. Good for underplanting large shrubs such as rhododendrons. Care:  Grows in sun or shade, although variegation is best in sun. Fertile, moist but well-drained soil. May need restraint. Propagation:  By root division from mature plants. Keep as many roots and as much soil as possible. Problems:  Generally problem-free.

Overview

Height 1 ft. to 3 ft. Spread 3 ft. to 6 ft. Growth Habit Spreads Growth Pace Fast Grower Light Full Sun Only Moisture Medium Moisture Maintenance Moderate Characteristics Showy Foliage Foliage Color Variegated Foliage Uses Ground Covers, Hedge, Naturalizing, Slopes and Hillsides, Specimen Plant/Focal Point, Woodland Garden Seasonal Interest Spring Interest Type Grasses