Simple and Sophisticated Foliage Combo

This duo of evergreen shrubs adds textural interest year-round. Fatsia japonica 'Spider's Web' (left) and Podocarpus alpinus 'County Park Fire' (right) shown in late spring as the alpine plum yew is showcasing its showy new growth. This is a simple foliage duo that can be planted in-ground or in a container. It does best if kept out of the afternoon sun but would be happy to get morning sun or filtered light.

Growing Conditions

Zone: 7, 8, 9, 10
Exposure: Open Shade, Filtered Sun, Morning Sun, Part Shade
Water Needs: Average

Design Considerations

Style: Modern, Northwest Eclectic, Tropical, Woodland
Features: Varied Foliage, Texture, and Form, Fabulous Foliage, Winter Interest
Focus: Year-round Interest, Mixed Border, Small Space
Seasons of Interest: Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter, Pleasing Seasonal Changes, Three Seasons of Interest, Year-round Interest

Care and Maintenance


Maintenance Level: low



Plants In this Combo