 Solanum rantonnetii 'MonRita'Solanum Sunny Daze® is a variegated sport of Solanum rantonnetii. Its foliage has variegation of green-yellow and gold, which turn white as the leaf matures. During the warmer months, the plant is adorned with deep amethyst colored flowers, providing nice contrast against a backdrop of variegated leaves. Unlike the species, this plant prefers dappled sun or full shade. Trials in Monrovia's test garden for new varieties have been conducted in 50 percent shade, with the plant holding the variegation very well, and flowering profusely. With a dwarf habit, it will reach just three feet high and wide, and does extremely well in a container. This stunning plant was discovered by Monrovia sales craftsman, Alex Pierce, who named the plant after his wife, Rita. This is an exclusive Monrovia introduction. PPAF USDA Cold Zones 9 - 11 MONROVIA PRESS OFFICE PHOTO COPYRIGHT © MONROVIA Posted: 1 January 1970 Last modified: 12 May 2007 TO ORDER THIS PHOTOGRAPH AS A HIGH RESOLUTION DIGITAL FILE SUITABLE FOR REPRODUCTION PLEASE e-mail: dirk@plants-magazine.com |
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