Aegopodium podagraria 'Variegatum'
Variegated Goutweed
Description
Variegated Goutweed is a perennial ground cover. The leaflets are edged white. Set plants 1' apart. The leaflets may get scorched if in full sun but can be sheared off if burned. This plant is used for its foliage, not for its flowers. It is beautiful in shaded areas. This plant is fast growing and can be invasive.
Plant Type
Ground cover, Perennial
Height Range
Under 1'
Flower Color
n/a
Flower Season
n/a
Leaf Color
Grey Green, White, Variegated
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Half, Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average, Rich, Poor, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral, Basic
Adverse Factors
Allergenic, Invasive
Design Styles
Meadow, Wild Garden, Woodland
Accenting Features
Unusual Foliage
Seasonal Interest
Spring, Summer
Location Uses
Parking Strip, Parking Lot, Raised Planter
Special Uses
Container, Erosion Control, Mass Planting
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Mulching and adding compost to soil can minimize evaporation and help soil absorb and store water.