Fatsia Spider's Web is a unique evergreen shrub grown in zones 7-10. Its large, variegated leaves resemble a spider's web and can reach up to 3ft tall.
Fatsia 'Spider'S Web
Fatsia japonica 'Spider's Web' is a beautiful evergreen shrub that is known for its striking variegated foliage. It is a popular choice for home gardens due to its attractive appearance, ease of care, and ability to thrive in a variety of growing conditions.
Fatsia 'Spider's Web' typically grows to a height of 4-6 feet and a width of 3-4 feet. It has a dense, upright habit and glossy, palmate leaves. The leaves are variegated with white speckles and splashes, which gives the plant a unique and eye-catching appearance. The plant produces small, white flowers in the fall, followed by small, black berries.
Fatsia 'Spider's Web' is relatively low-maintenance. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant once established, but it will benefit from regular watering during the first year after planting. Fertilize Fatsia 'Spider's Web' once a year in the spring with a balanced fertilizer.
Fatsia 'Spider's Web' is a versatile plant that can be used in a variety of ways in the landscape. It can be planted as a specimen plant, in groups, or in borders. It is also a good choice for growing in containers. Fatsia 'Spider's Web' can also be used to create hedges and screens.
Here are some additional tips for growing Fatsia 'Spider's Web':
- Prune Fatsia 'Spider's Web' in the late winter or early spring to remove any dead or diseased wood and to shape the plant as desired.
- Deadhead spent flower clusters to encourage new growth.
- Protect Fatsia 'Spider's Web' from deer and rabbits, which may damage the foliage.
Here are some specific examples of how Fatsia 'Spider's Web' can be used in the landscape:
- As a specimen plant, Fatsia 'Spider's Web' can be used to create a focal point in the garden. It can be planted in the center of a lawn, near a patio or deck, or in a prominent location along a walkway.
- Fatsia 'Spider's Web' can also be planted in groups to create a stunning display of color and texture. Groups of three to five plants are ideal for creating a bold and eye-catching focal point.
- Fatsia 'Spider's Web' can also be used to create borders. When planted in a row, Fatsia 'Spider's Web' can create a beautiful and elegant border that will add interest and definition to the landscape.
- Fatsia 'Spider's Web' can also be grown in containers. This makes it a versatile option for patios, decks, and balconies. When growing Fatsia 'Spider's Web' in a container, be sure to choose a pot that is large enough to accommodate the plant's mature size and that has drainage holes.
- Fatsia 'Spider's Web' can also be used to create hedges and screens. Its dense, upright habit and glossy, variegated leaves make it a good choice for creating a privacy screen or hedge.
No matter how you choose to use it, Fatsia 'Spider's Web' is a beautiful and versatile plant that will add a touch of elegance and beauty to your landscape.
Creative response:
Imagine a Fatsia 'Spider's Web' planted in a corner of a garden, its variegated leaves contrasting beautifully with the surrounding plants. The plant is covered in small, white flowers, which give it a delicate and airy appearance.
A gentle breeze blows through the garden, and the leaves of the Fatsia 'Spider's Web' dance gently. The white flowers shimmer in the sunlight, and a sweet fragrance fills the air.
The Fatsia 'Spider's Web' is a beacon of beauty in the garden, and it is a joy to behold. It is a reminder of the beauty of nature and the power of plants to transform a space.
Note: The plant is shipped in its pot, firmly secured with several layers of clear tape, thereby avoiding any shuffling and moving during transit. The plant reaches you with minimal damage- very safe and secure. We have been shipping plants like this for several years (plant are sometimes shipped in smaller pots for safety and ease of shipping). Most plants go dormant in fall and winter and will lose most of their leaves - looking dead and dry - very normal. They will flush out in spring.
We cannot send ship some plants and some sizes to California due to restrictions placed by department of agriculture.
