The Variegated Star of Bethlehem (Solanum jasminoides ‘Variegata’, syn. Solanum laxum ‘Variegatum’) is an elegant trailing annual, prized as much for its green foliage edged with cream as for its star-shaped white flowers with a yellow center.
Its flexible, trailing habit makes it an excellent choice for hanging baskets, large planters, and mixed containers, where its luminous foliage creates an interesting contrast even when it is less in bloom.
It prefers full sun to partial shade, in rich, well-drained soil. Regular watering promotes vigorous growth and sustained flowering.
The flowers are visited by pollinators, especially bees.
Botanical Name: Solanum jasminoides ‘Variegata’
Type: Trailing Annual (not hardy)
Flowering: Summer until frost
Flower color: Starry white with yellow center
Foliage: Variegated green and cream
Height: 30 to 45 cm
Trailing length: 60 to 100 cm
Exposure: Sun to partial shade
Watering: Moderate
Use: Hanging baskets, planters, mixed containers
The Variegated Star of Bethlehem is ideal for those seeking a trailing annual with decorative foliage and delicate blooms, perfect for brightening summer arrangements in Quebec.