Fatsia japonica Variegata (Variegated Japanese aralia) - H60 cm | Pot Ø19 cm
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Frequently asked questions
Why are the leaves of my Fatsia turning yellow? Yellowing at the base is natural — Fatsia gradually renews its foliage. If the yellowing affects young leaves, check watering and light exposure: too much water or too much direct light are the most common causes.
Is Fatsia japonica frost-resistant? The green variety is hardy down to -15 °C. The Variegata variety is slightly more sensitive — plan protection or shelter below -5 °C to preserve the variegated foliage.
Shipping & packaging
Shipped within 24/48 hours via DPD
- Delivery in 2 to 5 working days
- Eco-friendly packaging: recyclable boxes and biodegradable materials
- Special protection so your plant arrives in perfect condition
- Tracking link sent by email as soon as your parcel ships
- Shipping costs and the free-shipping threshold depend on your country — see our delivery page
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- Contact us promptly at hello@verdeia.eu with photos
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The guarantee covers: damage in transit, plants severely weakened on arrival, and order preparation errors.
CARE TIPS ON ARRIVAL
To help your plant settle in for the long term:
- Unpack your plant immediately and inspect it
- Let it acclimatize for 24-48h in a bright spot out of direct sunlight
- Check the soil moisture before watering (dry surface = light watering)
- Wait 2-3 weeks before repotting, if needed
- Keep it away from heat sources and drafts
- Gently wipe the leaves to remove dust
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🌿 Green-and-cream variegated foliage • 🎨 Spectacular large palmate leaves • ☀️ Partial shade to shade • 💧 Regular watering • 📏 H60 cm | Ø19 cm
The Fatsia japonica 'Variegata', also known as variegated Japanese aralia, is a spectacular architectural plant native to the humid forests of Japan and South Korea, where it develops its evergreen foliage with large palmate leaves. Its green-and-cream variegated variety brightens shaded spaces with rare elegance — sculptural foliage that creates an immediate focal point, both indoors and in sheltered outdoor areas.
Hardy down to -5 °C, shade-tolerant and easy to care for. Pair it with Fatsias and plants for shaded spaces.
Which Fatsia variety should you choose?
The Fatsia genus offers two varieties with spectacular foliage:
- Fatsia japonica 'Variegata' (this plant) — large, palmate leaves variegated in green and cream, with bright edges. The elegant, luminous version.
- Fatsia japonica 'Spider Web' — white spiderweb-like marbling on a dark green background, creating a unique graphic effect. The spectacular, high-contrast version.
Why choose Variegata? Its cream-variegated foliage brightens dark corners better than any other variety — ideal for shaded balconies or low-light interiors that lack natural light.
Exposure & placement
The Fatsia japonica 'Variegata' is one of the few architectural plants that truly thrives in shade. Its variegated foliage is more delicate than the green variety — avoid direct sun at all costs, as it can scorch the cream-colored areas.
- Exposure: partial shade to shade, soft indirect light.
- Ideal: shaded balcony, sheltered terrace, entranceway or low-light interior.
- Temperature: 5 to 25 °C — hardy down to -5 °C outdoors in a sheltered location.
- Substrate: rich, moist and well-drained — universal potting soil enriched with compost.
Indoors, keep it away from radiators and drafts — it prefers cool conditions to dry heat.
Watering & care
Fatsia likes a consistently moist substrate — the finger test will help you avoid overwatering or underwatering.
- Watering: regular — keep the substrate evenly moist without waterlogging it.
- Frequency: 2 to 3 times a week in spring and summer, reduced in winter.
- Drainage: essential — use a pot with drainage holes and a well-draining substrate.
- Humidity: it appreciates humidity — mist occasionally or dust the leaves.
- Fertilizer: once a month in spring and summer with diluted liquid fertilizer for green plants.
- Pruning: remove dead or damaged leaves at the base to maintain an elegant shape.
Dust the large leaves regularly with a damp cloth — on leaves this large, dust builds up quickly and hinders photosynthesis.
Decor ideas & plant pairings
Its large variegated palmate leaves make it an architectural plant that instantly structures a shady space — indoors or on a sheltered balcony.
- Pairing: pair it with a Carex Irish Green to play with textures, or with plants from our shady balcony selection to create a structured urban garden.
- Ideal pot: a large matte ceramic pot (white, gray, black) or a black Jorck basket Ø26 cm to highlight the graphic foliage without competing with it.
- Setting: perfect as an entryway plant, in a shady corner of the living room, or on a north-facing balcony — where few graphic plants survive.
The cream-variegated foliage creates a natural, luminous contrast that brightens dark corners without the need for artificial lighting.
Verdeia tips
- Protect the variegated foliage from direct sun — the cream areas are more sensitive to scorching than the green areas. A shade cloth is sufficient in summer if the plant is outdoors in an exposed location. Unlike green Fatsia, which tolerates some morning sun, Variegata requires more care.
- In winter, bring it indoors if temperatures fall below -5 °C — Fatsia is hardy, but the variegation makes it slightly more sensitive to frost than the green variety. A sheltered spot under a veranda or near a wall is generally sufficient. A few simple steps are enough to prepare plants for winter.
- Repot every 2 to 3 years in spring — into a slightly larger pot with fresh substrate. Growth is moderate — do not use an oversized pot, as this would encourage root rot.
- Are the leaves yellowing at the base? This is normal and natural — Fatsia gradually renews its foliage. Simply remove the yellowed leaves at the base to maintain a clean, airy shape.
Technical specifications
- Botanical name: Fatsia japonica 'Variegata'
- Common name: Variegated Japanese aralia
- Family: Araliaceae
- Origin: Japan and South Korea
- Pot diameter: 19 cm
- Approximate height: 60 cm
- Mature size: up to 1.5–2 m
- Exposure: partial shade to shade, soft indirect light
- Watering: regular, keep the substrate evenly moist
- Hardiness: down to -5 °C outdoors in a sheltered location
- Care: easy
- Toxicity to animals: toxic if ingested
- Decorative style: Graphic / Elegant / Urban jungle
- Distinctive features: large variegated green and cream palmate leaves, evergreen foliage, tolerates shade, hardy to -5 °C
Each plant is unique: the photos show a representative example. The intensity of the variegation naturally varies depending on the season and exposure.
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Every plant is hand-packed in a box specially designed for plants — secured, protected, ready to travel. It arrives in perfect condition, roots intact and foliage preserved, ready to take its place in your home.
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How are my plants prepared before shipping?
All our plants are selected from our European partner nurseries. Before shipping, they are watered, cleaned, and protected with breathable, secure packaging. Each package is designed to ensure your plant arrives in perfect health, without any transport-related stress.
Will the plant look exactly like the photo?
The photos accurately represent the variety and the stated size. Since each plant is unique, slight differences in shape, foliage, or color may occur — and that’s part of their charm.
What are the delivery times and conditions?
Orders ship within 48 working hours, with tracked delivery in 2 to 5 working days via DPD. Shipping costs and the free-shipping threshold depend on your country — see our delivery page. You receive a tracking link as soon as your parcel leaves.
What should I do when my plant arrives?
Open your package as soon as you receive it and carefully remove the plant from its packaging. Let it acclimate for 24 hours in its new environment before watering. If it has been slightly stressed during transport, it will recover its shape after one or two days in the light.
What should I do if my plant arrives damaged?
Contact us within 48 hours with a photo of the issue. Our team will assess the situation and offer you the best solution: replacement, partial refund, or recovery advice.
Can I return a plant?
Since plants are living beings, standard returns are not possible. However, we guarantee good health upon delivery: if the plant arrives damaged, it will be replaced free of charge. For any other cases (order error, decorative pot, accessory), returns are possible within 14 days.