Aspidistra

Tokyo Skies

Aspidistra elatior ‘Raku No 1’ PPAF

‘Tokyo Skies’ dazzles with broad, dark green foliage adorned with unique cream and white variegation. This water-wise, “tough as nails” perennial offers stellar visual interest in partial to full shade areas. An attractive evergreen groundcover that showcases broad leaves with unique variegation, this water-wise cast iron plant has vibrant dark green foliage accented with irregular cream and white. Tokyo Skies meets a growing consumer demand for visually dynamic shade plantings, thriving in partial to full shade conditions.

Sunset Zones

4 – 10, 12 – 24; Indoors

USDA Zones

10°F to 20°F USDA zones 8–10

This plant is suitable for your USDA Zone 8b

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Tokyo Skies Features

Plant Dimensions

2–3' high x 1–2' wide

Landscape Use

Border, Container, Edging, Groundcover, Houseplant, Mass planting, TropicalWater Garden

Plant Type

Evergreen

Growth Rate

Moderate

Exposure

Part shade to shade

Special Feature

Deer Resistant, Easy Care, Variegated Foliage, Water-wise

Feature

Attractive variegated foliage

Flowering Season

None

Tokyo Skies Plant Care

Water Needs

Medium Water Once Established

Fertilizer

Apply a balanced liquid fertilizer during growing season

Pruning

Trim leaves back to base, if needed

Soil

Well-drained soils

Planting Instructions

1. Dig in your native soil a hole as deep and wide as the container. We recommend planting in native soil for best acclimation.
2. Fill the hole with water and thoroughly water the new plant; allow both to drain.
3. Gently place the plant on its side and remove the pot. Place your hand on the bottom of the plant and put it in the hole.
4. Return native soil around the root ball, wetting and gently tamping down.
5. To complete, create a shallow trench around the base of the plant to contain the water when watering.
6. Mulch 1–2” deep around the plant, avoiding the area closest to the stem.