Senecio macroglossus 'Variegatus' (v)
variegated Natal ivy
A twining evergreen perennial to 2m, with purple stems bearing waxy triangular or ivy-like, glossy dark green leaves with broad creamy-white margins, and solitary pale yellow daisies 5cm across
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Size
Ultimate height
1.5–2.5 metresTime to ultimate height
2–5 yearsUltimate spread
0.1–0.5 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Moist but well–drained, Well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
Spring | Cream Green | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Summer | Cream Green | |||
Autumn | Cream Green | |||
Winter | Yellow | Cream Green |
Position
- Full sun
- Partial shade
Aspect
South–facing or West–facing or East–facing
Exposure
Sheltered Hardiness
H1CBotanical details
- Family
- Asteraceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- No
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Habit
- Climbing
- Genus
Senecio can be annuals, biennials, perennials, climbers or shrubs, some succulent, with simple or pinnately divided leaves and daisy-like flowers, occasionally without ray-florets
- Name status
Accepted
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow under glass in bright filtered light , avoiding full summer sun, with good ventilation. Maintain moderate humidity and keep just moist in the winter
Propagation
Propagate by seed, softwood and semi-hardwood cuttings
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Patio and container plants
Pruning
No pruning required
Pests
May be susceptible to mealybugs, scale insects and glasshouse red spider mite
Diseases
May be susceptible to a rust and honey fungus
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