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Kohuhu 'Marjorie Channon': Light Green Cream-Margined Leaves on Black Stems

Kohuhu 'Marjorie Channon'

Light green leaves with cream-colored margins on black stems form a bushy hedge or specimen. Easily sheared to maintain as a low hedge or to add a formal touch to tall hedges. Evergreen. Photo credit: Richard Shiell.

Growing Conditions

Full Sun to Partial Sun
Moderate Water Needs
Height: 5–10 feet
Spread: 4–7 feet

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