Furcraea foetida ‘Mediopicta’ – Variegated Mauritius Hemp
Furcraea foetida ‘Mediopicta’ – Variegated Mauritius Hemp
Bold cream-striped foliage creates dramatic architectural contrast in low-water landscapes.
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About this tree
About this tree
- Mature height
- 1.5m to 2.5m
- Mature width
- 1.5m to 3m
Furcraea foetida 'Mediopicta' is the variegated form of Mauritius Hemp, an evergreen rosette with broad, sword shaped leaves striped creamy yellow down the centre and edged green. The leaves arch out symmetrically from a short stem. It is slower and a little smaller than the plain green form, and the contrast carries from across a garden.
Sharp drainage matters more than soil quality here, so sand, gravel and rocky ground all suit it. Full sun holds the strongest variegation, although it accepts a few hours of shade. Coastal, subtropical, Mediterranean and warm temperate conditions are ideal, with good salt and drought tolerance once mature. Light frost is tolerated; heavier frost marks the leaves.
It is specified for feature planting, courtyards, poolside beds, xeriscape gardens and contemporary commercial landscapes where foliage does the work instead of flowers. One plant in a raised bed or a large pot holds a corner on its own. Maintenance amounts to removing spent leaves once or twice a year, which suits low upkeep briefs.
Frequently Asked Questions
About Variegated Mauritius Hemp
What is Variegated Mauritius Hemp?
It is the variegated selection of Furcraea foetida, sold as 'Mediopicta'. The name refers to the broad creamy yellow band running down the middle of each leaf, framed by green margins. Like the plain form it builds a symmetrical rosette of arching, sword shaped leaves, but it grows more slowly and reads far brighter in a planting scheme.
How big does Variegated Mauritius Hemp grow?
Expect a rosette around 1.2 to 1.8 metres high and roughly as wide, which is a little more compact than the green form because variegated foliage grows more slowly. Growth adds about 30 to 60 centimetres a year in warm conditions. Leave enough room around each plant that the arching leaves are not crushed against a wall or path.
Does it need full sun to keep the variegation?
Full sun gives the brightest, most defined creamy yellow banding and the most compact rosette. In partial shade the plant still grows well but the variegation softens towards cream and green and the leaves arch out further. In hot inland gardens some afternoon shade prevents the pale tissue from scorching, since variegated leaves burn more readily than green ones.
Is Variegated Mauritius Hemp frost tolerant?
It handles light frost once established, and in most coastal and warm temperate gardens winter is not an issue. Moderate to heavy frost scars the leaves, and because the rosette holds its foliage for years that damage stays visible for a long time. In frost prone districts plant it against a warm wall, under eaves or grow it in a pot.
Is it suitable for coastal gardens?
It is well suited to the coast. Sandy soil, salt laden wind and reflected heat are all conditions it grows in naturally, and it performs on foreshore banks and beachside courtyards where softer plants burn. The main precaution is drainage: it will not tolerate heavy soil that holds water, so raise the bed or add coarse sand and gravel.
Can it grow in pots?
Yes. It is one of the better architectural plants for a large container, holding its shape without pruning and needing very little water. Use a wide, stable pot, a free draining succulent mix and a sunny position, and water only once the mix has dried through. Keep the pot out of saucers and off saturated ground over winter.
How do I care for Variegated Mauritius Hemp?
Very little is required. Water through the first summer to settle it in, then only during extended dry spells. Trim off tired lower leaves once or twice a year with a sharp knife to keep the rosette clean. Apply a light slow release fertiliser in spring if growth has stalled, and avoid rich soil and heavy watering, which cause soft growth.
Mature height & width
Mature height & width
- Mature height
- 1.5m to 2.5m
- Mature width
- 1.5m to 3m
Pot sizes & dimensions
Pot sizes & dimensions
| Pot / bag size | Width | Depth |
|---|---|---|
| 30cm Pot | 33cm | 30cm |
| 40cm/45L Pot | 44cm | 41.5cm |
| 50cm Pot / 70L Pot | 55cm | 41.8cm |
| 100L Bag | 50.6cm | 52.8cm |
| 150L Bag | 66cm | 55cm |
| 200L Bag | 71.5cm | 60.5cm |
| 300L Bag | 88cm | 63.8cm |
| 400L Bag | 99cm | 66cm |
| 500L Bag | 122cm | 66cm |
| 750L Bag | 134cm | 69cm |
| 1000L Bag | 146.3cm | 71.5cm |
| 2000L Bag | 176cm | 82.5cm |
General planting reference from our existing size guide. Actual containers can vary by supplier and batch; confirm exact dimensions if required.
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About Furcraea foetida ‘Mediopicta’
Furcraea foetida 'Mediopicta' is the variegated form of Mauritius Hemp, an evergreen rosette with broad, sword shaped leaves striped creamy yellow down the centre and edged green. The leaves arch out symmetrically from a short stem. It is slower and a little smaller than the plain green form, and the contrast carries from across a garden.
Sharp drainage matters more than soil quality here, so sand, gravel and rocky ground all suit it. Full sun holds the strongest variegation, although it accepts a few hours of shade. Coastal, subtropical, Mediterranean and warm temperate conditions are ideal, with good salt and drought tolerance once mature. Light frost is tolerated; heavier frost marks the leaves.
It is specified for feature planting, courtyards, poolside beds, xeriscape gardens and contemporary commercial landscapes where foliage does the work instead of flowers. One plant in a raised bed or a large pot holds a corner on its own. Maintenance amounts to removing spent leaves once or twice a year, which suits low upkeep briefs.
Frequently Asked Questions
About Variegated Mauritius Hemp
What is Variegated Mauritius Hemp?
It is the variegated selection of Furcraea foetida, sold as 'Mediopicta'. The name refers to the broad creamy yellow band running down the middle of each leaf, framed by green margins. Like the plain form it builds a symmetrical rosette of arching, sword shaped leaves, but it grows more slowly and reads far brighter in a planting scheme.
How big does Variegated Mauritius Hemp grow?
Expect a rosette around 1.2 to 1.8 metres high and roughly as wide, which is a little more compact than the green form because variegated foliage grows more slowly. Growth adds about 30 to 60 centimetres a year in warm conditions. Leave enough room around each plant that the arching leaves are not crushed against a wall or path.
Does it need full sun to keep the variegation?
Full sun gives the brightest, most defined creamy yellow banding and the most compact rosette. In partial shade the plant still grows well but the variegation softens towards cream and green and the leaves arch out further. In hot inland gardens some afternoon shade prevents the pale tissue from scorching, since variegated leaves burn more readily than green ones.
Is Variegated Mauritius Hemp frost tolerant?
It handles light frost once established, and in most coastal and warm temperate gardens winter is not an issue. Moderate to heavy frost scars the leaves, and because the rosette holds its foliage for years that damage stays visible for a long time. In frost prone districts plant it against a warm wall, under eaves or grow it in a pot.
Is it suitable for coastal gardens?
It is well suited to the coast. Sandy soil, salt laden wind and reflected heat are all conditions it grows in naturally, and it performs on foreshore banks and beachside courtyards where softer plants burn. The main precaution is drainage: it will not tolerate heavy soil that holds water, so raise the bed or add coarse sand and gravel.
Can it grow in pots?
Yes. It is one of the better architectural plants for a large container, holding its shape without pruning and needing very little water. Use a wide, stable pot, a free draining succulent mix and a sunny position, and water only once the mix has dried through. Keep the pot out of saucers and off saturated ground over winter.
How do I care for Variegated Mauritius Hemp?
Very little is required. Water through the first summer to settle it in, then only during extended dry spells. Trim off tired lower leaves once or twice a year with a sharp knife to keep the rosette clean. Apply a light slow release fertiliser in spring if growth has stalled, and avoid rich soil and heavy watering, which cause soft growth.
- Foliage
Evergreen (foliage year round)
- Position
- Form
- Use
- Mature height
- 1.5m to 2.5m
- Mature width
- 1.5m to 3m
Planting Information
Recommended Planting Spacing For Your Furcraea foetida ‘Mediopicta’ – Variegated Mauritius Hemp
Furcraea foetida ‘Mediopicta’ – Variegated Mauritius Hemp is expected to grow 30cm to 60cm per year under suitable conditions.
Long Term Care For Your Furcraea foetida ‘Mediopicta’ – Variegated Mauritius Hemp
Planting Your Furcraea foetida ‘Mediopicta’ – Variegated Mauritius Hemp in Different Soil
Uses in my Garden
Uses in my Garden
Furcraea foetida ‘Mediopicta’ – Variegated Mauritius Hemp works in an:
Is Furcraea foetida ‘Mediopicta’ – Variegated Mauritius Hemp Evergreen or Deciduous?
Furcraea foetida ‘Mediopicta’ – Variegated Mauritius Hemp is an Evergreen (foliage year round) Tree
Mature Height & Width
Mature Height: 1.5m to 2.5m
Mature Width: 1.5m to 3m
Furcraea foetida ‘Mediopicta’ – Variegated Mauritius Hemp is expected to grow 30cm to 60cm per year under suitable conditions.
Growth Rate of Furcraea foetida ‘Mediopicta’ – Variegated Mauritius Hemp
Furcraea foetida ‘Mediopicta’ – Variegated Mauritius Hemp is expected to grow 30cm to 60cm per year under suitable conditions.
They are considered to have a:
Frost Tolerance & Ideal Climate to plant Furcraea foetida ‘Mediopicta’ – Variegated Mauritius Hemp
Is Furcraea foetida ‘Mediopicta’ – Variegated Mauritius Hemp frost tolerant?
Furcraea foetida ‘Mediopicta’ – Variegated Mauritius Hemp is Frost Sensitive – May suffer damage from frost, best in frost-free or protected spots.
Does Furcraea foetida ‘Mediopicta’ – Variegated Mauritius Hemp Flower?
Furcraea foetida ‘Mediopicta’ produces a towering flower spike bearing clusters of creamy-white flowers on mature plants, although flowering is infrequent and typically occurs only once before the main rosette declines. The plant is primarily valued for its dramatic variegated foliage and strong architectural presence.
Does Furcraea foetida ‘Mediopicta’ – Variegated Mauritius Hemp flower?
Flowering Period:
Flower Type:
Flower Colour:
Green
Is Furcraea foetida ‘Mediopicta’ – Variegated Mauritius Hemp an Australian Native Tree?
No
Furcraea foetida ‘Mediopicta’ – Variegated Mauritius Hemp is Native to Caribbean and tropical regions of the Americas where Furcraea foetida naturally grows in dry coastal environments.
What is the Wildlife Value of Furcraea foetida ‘Mediopicta’ – Variegated Mauritius Hemp ?
Its dense architectural foliage provides light shelter for beneficial insects and contributes to structural diversity within tropical and waterwise landscapes. Mature flowering spikes may also attract pollinators including bees and nectar-feeding insects.
How much Sunlight does Furcraea foetida ‘Mediopicta’ – Variegated Mauritius Hemp need?
Furcraea foetida ‘Mediopicta’ – Variegated Mauritius Hemp will thrive best in:
Preferred Soil?
Furcraea foetida ‘Mediopicta’ performs best in free-draining sandy or loam soils with a neutral to slightly alkaline pH. It will also tolerate poorer soils provided drainage remains excellent. Avoid heavy clay or persistently wet conditions, as excess moisture can reduce root health and lead to crown rot. Allow the soil to dry between watering, particularly during cooler periods and container cultivation.
Is Furcraea foetida ‘Mediopicta’ – Variegated Mauritius Hemp Drought Tolerant?
Is Furcraea foetida ‘Mediopicta’ – Variegated Mauritius Hemp Drought tolerant?
As a young plant it benefits from occasional watering to establish healthy root development, particularly during warmer weather. Once established, Variegated Mauritius Hemp shows excellent drought tolerance and performs reliably through extended dry periods with minimal supplementary watering.
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
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Furcraea foetida ‘Mediopicta’ is loved for its Bold cream-striped foliage creates dramatic architectural contrast in low-water landscapes.
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Trachelospermum jasminoides Balls – Star Jasmine Balls
Trachelospermum jasminoides Balls – Star Jasmine Balls
Trachelospermum jasminoides 'Balls' is Star Jasmine grown and clipped into a dense evergreen sphere. The small glossy leaves sit tight on a woody framework, holding a clean rounded outline year round. White pinwheel flowers open in spring and carry a strong sweet scent right across a courtyard.
Ball specimens hold at about 1 to 1.5 metres tall and wide with light clipping. Full sun to part shade suits them, in any free draining soil. Growth is slow to moderate at 30 to 50 centimetres a year. They handle coastal exposure, light frost and dry spells once the roots are down.
Repeat them along a driveway, either side of an entry, or in pots on a terrace where a formal shape is wanted straight away. They read as structure in a planting scheme without the height of a hedge, and because the form is already trained, a new garden looks settled from the day it goes in.
Frequently Asked Questions
About Star Jasmine Balls
What are Star Jasmine Balls?
They are Trachelospermum jasminoides, the common Star Jasmine, grown and clipped into a dense evergreen sphere on a woody framework. Instead of climbing, the plant is trained into a self supporting rounded shape. The foliage is small, glossy and dark green, and the plant carries scented white flowers through spring.
How big do Star Jasmine Balls grow?
They hold at roughly 1 to 1.5 metres tall and 1 to 1.5 metres wide. Growth is slow to moderate at 30 to 50 centimetres a year, so a light clip once or twice a year keeps the ball tight at whatever size within that range suits the setting.
Do Star Jasmine Balls need sun or shade?
Full sun to part shade both work. Full sun gives the densest foliage and the heaviest flowering, while part shade produces slightly softer, more open growth and fewer flowers. Avoid deep shade, where the ball thins out and loses its outline. Morning sun with afternoon protection suits hot inland gardens.
Can Star Jasmine Balls be grown in pots?
Yes, and pots are one of the main uses. A container 50 to 60 centimetres wide with a quality free draining mix will hold a ball for years. Water more often than you would in the ground, especially in summer, and feed in spring and again in late summer. Refresh the mix every few years.
Are Star Jasmine Balls evergreen?
Yes, the foliage is held year round. The glossy dark green leaves take on a bronze tinge in cold weather and green up again in spring, but the plant never goes bare. That is what makes it useful as permanent structure in a scheme, particularly in winter once perennials have died back.
When do Star Jasmine Balls flower?
Flowering runs through spring, roughly September to November, and often carries into early summer in warmer districts. The white pinwheel flowers are small but produced in quantity, and the scent is strong on still evenings. Flowering is heaviest on plants in full sun that were not clipped hard just before bud set.
How do I prune and care for Star Jasmine Balls?
Clip lightly with hedging shears once after flowering and again in late summer if needed, taking only the new growth to keep the outline crisp. Water deeply in dry weather, mulch the base, and feed in early spring. The sap is milky and can irritate skin, so wear gloves when trimming.
Trachelospermum jasminoides Balls – Star Jasmine Balls
Westringia fruticosa – Coastal Rosemary
Westringia fruticosa – Coastal Rosemary
Westringia fruticosa, Coastal Rosemary, is an Australian native evergreen shrub from the headlands and dunes of the east coast. It builds a dense rounded bush of fine grey green leaves held in whorls, with small white to pale lilac flowers. Despite the common name it is not the culinary herb.
Mature plants sit at 1.5 to 2 metres tall and 1.5 to 2 metres wide, growing 30 to 60 centimetres a year, and they clip smaller without complaint. Full sun to part shade and sharp drainage are the requirements. Salt wind, sandy soil, drought and light to moderate frost are all handled.
It is a standard on coastal projects, road verges, council garden beds and exposed banks that need erosion cover. Plant 1 to 1.5 metres apart for an informal screen, or 80 centimetres for a clipped hedge. A single plant fills a 40 to 50 centimetre pot on a courtyard or balcony.
Frequently Asked Questions
About Coastal Rosemary
What is Coastal Rosemary?
Westringia fruticosa is an Australian native evergreen shrub from the headlands and dunes of the east coast. It forms a dense rounded bush of fine grey green leaves held in whorls, with small white to pale lilac flowers. Despite the common name it is not culinary rosemary and is not used in cooking.
How big does Coastal Rosemary grow?
Mature plants reach 1.5 to 2 metres tall and 1.5 to 2 metres wide. It clips readily to smaller dimensions and is often maintained at around a metre as a hedge or a low mound. Growth is moderate, roughly 30 to 60 centimetres a year, so it holds a trimmed shape well.
Is Coastal Rosemary suitable for coastal positions?
It is one of the best shrubs available for exposed coastal work. It grows naturally on sea cliffs and copes with salt laden wind, sand and reflected heat. It is used constantly on beachfront reserves, dune stabilisation projects and seaside gardens where little else holds a tidy shape.
When does Coastal Rosemary flower?
The main flush is spring and summer, roughly September through February, with scattered flowering at other times of the year in mild districts. The flowers are small, white to pale lilac and sit among the foliage rather than above it. Clipped hedges flower less than plants left to grow informally.
How far apart should I plant Coastal Rosemary for a hedge?
Space plants 80 centimetres apart for a tight formal hedge, or 1 to 1.5 metres apart for a dense informal screen. On banks and batters used for erosion cover, 1 metre in a staggered grid gives full ground coverage within about two growing seasons.
Can Coastal Rosemary grow in pots?
Yes. A pot 40 to 50 centimetres wide suits a single plant for a courtyard, entry or balcony. Use a free draining mix, because the roots will not tolerate sitting wet. Container plants need watering more often than those in the ground, plus a light trim to hold their shape.
How do I prune and care for Coastal Rosemary?
Trim lightly two or three times a year, taking the soft new growth and avoiding cuts into bare old wood, which reshoots poorly. Water through the first summer, then only in extended dry spells. On most soils it needs no feeding at all, and it resents heavy watering and poor drainage.
Westringia fruticosa – Coastal Rosemary
Westringia ‘Wynyabbie Blue’ – Wynyabbie Blue Coastal Rosemary
Westringia ‘Wynyabbie Blue’ – Wynyabbie Blue Coastal Rosemary
Westringia 'Wynyabbie Blue' is a hardy Australian native shrub grown for its lilac blue flowers, which are larger and more freely carried than those of the common white forms. Narrow grey green leaves sit in neat whorls on a dense rounded frame that holds its shape through the year.
Expect 1.5 to 2 metres in height and width at maturity, at 30 to 60 centimetres a year. Full sun brings the heaviest flowering, though part shade is accepted. Drainage matters above everything else, after which it takes salt wind, sandy or gravelly ground, drought and light to moderate frost.
Mass plantings on batters, median strips and coastal frontages are where it earns its keep, and it clips into a low hedge of about a metre without losing its flowering. Plant 1 to 1.5 metres apart for an informal screen. One plant fills a 40 to 50 centimetre pot neatly.
Frequently Asked Questions
About Wynyabbie Blue Coastal Rosemary
What is Westringia Wynyabbie Blue?
Westringia 'Wynyabbie Blue' is a hardy Australian native shrub grown for its lilac blue flowers, which are larger and more freely carried than those of the common white forms. Narrow grey green leaves sit in neat whorls on a dense rounded frame. It is evergreen and holds its structure all year.
How big does Wynyabbie Blue grow?
It reaches 1.5 to 2 metres tall and 1.5 to 2 metres wide at maturity, growing 30 to 60 centimetres a year. It clips comfortably to around a metre if you want a lower hedge, and it will hold that height indefinitely given two or three light trims a year.
When does Wynyabbie Blue flower?
From spring right through autumn, roughly September to May, with sporadic flowers in winter in mild districts. The lilac blue flowers open in flushes rather than all at once, so there is usually some colour on the plant. Flowering is heaviest in full sun on lean, well drained soil.
Is Wynyabbie Blue drought tolerant?
Yes. Once the roots are established it needs very little water and copes with extended dry periods, which is why it is used on unirrigated median strips and road verges. Drainage matters more than watering, since the plant will die in soggy ground long before it dies of thirst.
Is Wynyabbie Blue suitable for coastal positions?
It is. Salt laden wind, sandy soils and reflected heat are all handled, and it is planted routinely on foreshore reserves and beachside gardens. In very exposed frontal positions the plant stays lower and denser than it would inland, which generally suits the situation anyway.
How far apart should I plant Wynyabbie Blue for a hedge?
Use 80 centimetres between plants for a clipped formal hedge, or 1 to 1.5 metres for a dense informal screen. For mass planting on banks and median strips, 1 metre in a staggered pattern gives full coverage within about two growing seasons and shades out most weeds.
How do I prune and care for Wynyabbie Blue?
Trim lightly after each flowering flush, taking soft growth only. Cutting back into bare old wood leaves gaps that will not fill in, so stay on top of it rather than letting it get away. Water through the first summer, then rarely. Avoid rich soils and heavy fertiliser.
Westringia ‘Wynyabbie Blue’ – Wynyabbie Blue Coastal Rosemary
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