The Romeo Cleyera is a stunning evergreen shrub known for its glossy, dark green foliage and white-yellow variegation. This Cleyera plant offers a beautiful contrast in color throughout the year. Its dense, compact form makes it perfect for hedges, borders, and foundation plantings. Adaptable and hardy, Romeo Cleyera thrives in a variety of soil types and conditions, providing year-round interest with minimal maintenance. This versatile shrub is ideal for gardeners seeking a resilient and attractive addition to their landscape.
Romeo Cleyera (Cleyera japonica 'Variegata') features glossy, dark green foliage with creamy white-yellow variegation, offering year-round color contrast.
Reaches a height of 6-8 feet and a spread of 5-6 feet, forming a dense, compact shrub.
Thrives in full sun to partial shade, providing versatility in various light conditions.
Suitable for USDA zones 7-10, adaptable to a range of climates.
Ideal for use as hedges, borders, foundation plantings, or as a specimen plant, adding structure and beauty to the landscape.
Minimal pruning required; prune in late winter to early spring to maintain shape and remove any dead or damaged branches.
Water regularly during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system; once established, water as needed during dry periods.
Ships from Alabama - Customers beyond the Southeast US should place orders from early fall to late spring to avoid heat damage in transit
Placing a large order? Consider ordering 1-2 of these evergreen Cleyera shrubs to ensure that they will meet your specifications before placing the order for the entire project