Monrovia : Learn

Dramatic high-contrast color is a stand-out against darker greens of the shade garden. Each frond bears darker, blue green central rib that fades to silver variegation at the edges. Short stature and spreading form is excellent foreground foliage and ideal for pots. A low-point problem solver that prefers moist to wet soils. Herbaceous perennial. Full to part shade. Moderate growing 18 in. to 2 ft. tall and wide. Hardy. 2004 Perennial Plant of the Year.

Performance and Requirements

Light needs: Partial to full shade

Watering Needs: Needs wet or constantly moist soil.

Growth Rate: Moderate Growing

Growth Habit: Clumping

Care Information

Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. Feed frequently during growing season with a general purpose fertilizer. Cut back old fronds after new growth begins in spring.