portulacaria afra variegata rainbow bush Variegated Elephant Bush — Green Acres Nursery & Supply

portulacaria afra variegata rainbow bush Variegated Elephant Bush — Green Acres Nursery & SupplyAlso known as 'Rainbow Bush,' this stunning variegated shrub displays year round interest with colors of red, yellow and green. This multi use succulent may be used in a landscape, hanging baskets and containers. Plant with Aloe Characteristics Landscape Size: 8' 12' tall, 4' 6' wide Light Requirement: Morning Sun Afternoon Shade or Bright Light Water Needs: Low to Moderate USDA Zone: 9a Growth Habit: Upright Growth Rate: Slow Attributes: Waterwise

Also known as 'Rainbow Bush,' this stunning variegated shrub displays year-round interest with colors of red, yellow and green. This multi-use succulent may be used in a landscape, hanging baskets and containers.

Plant with Aloe

Characteristics

• Landscape Size: 8'-12' tall, 4'-6' wide
• Light Requirement: Morning Sun/Afternoon Shade or Bright Light
• Water Needs: Low to Moderate
• USDA Zone: 9a
• Growth Habit: Upright
• Growth Rate: Slow
• Attributes: Waterwise

These characteristics apply to the greater Sacramento area and nearby regions. 

Live outside of our area? Please check with your local cooperative extension for the best growing practices in your neck of the woods.

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Visit: National County Extension Offices

Green Thumb Guide

Performs best in well-drained soil. Allow soil to dry in between watering. Tolerates little watering most of the year, performs best with more frequent watering during our hot, dry summers. Protect from frost. May be grown indoors in bright light.