Manihot esculenta 'Variegata'

Variegated Tapioca

Tips for Homeowners:

Water and fertilize as needed.

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Striking variegated plant that tolerates the heat of the summer providing beauty all season.

  • Striking variegation all season
  • Overwinter indoors
  • Fast growing

Ideal annual for containers or in the garden or patio area.

Height: 3-6 ft
Spread: 3-6 ft
Zone: 9-11
Color: Non-Flowering

Interesting Notes about Variegated Tapioca:

An annual that produces tubers that are edible, but only after being properly cooked. 


Characteristics & Attributes

Attributes:

  • Mass Planting
  • Border or Bed
  • Fast Growing
  • Great Foliage
  • Container
  • Low Maintenance
  • Drought Tolerant
  • Specimen

Foliage Color:

  • Dark Green
  • Green
  • Yellow
  • White

Exposure:

  • Full Sun
  • Partial Sun

Critter Resistance:

  • Rabbit Resistant
  • Deer Resistant

Habit:

  • Upright

Season of Interest (Foliage):

  • Summer

Soil Moisture:

  • Average Water