Angyo Star Tree Ivy

Angyo Star Tree Ivy (Fatshedera lizei 'Angiostar')

Angyo Star Tree Ivy is a variegated hybrid of fatsia and ivy with large, leathery, lobed leaves marbled in cream and green; its upright, lax stems create a refined, tropical look for bright shade borders, sheltered walls, and large containers.

Distinctive Features

Bold, hand-sized foliage with stable cream variegation lights up shade, while the shrub-like, non-clinging habit offers a tidy, architectural presence with minimal flowering distraction.

Growing Conditions

Provide bright, dappled light and protection from harsh afternoon sun; plant in moisture-retentive, well-drained soil and shelter from severe winds to preserve leaf quality.

• Sun Exposure: Partial shade to bright dappled light; avoid hot, direct afternoon sun to prevent scorch.
• Soil: Fertile, well-drained loam enriched with organic matter.
• Water: Moderate; keep evenly moist during establishment, then water in dry spells.
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 7 to 10.
• Mature Size: Typically 5 to 8 ft tall and 3 to 6 ft wide with support and pruning.
• Soil pH: Slightly acidic to neutral, about 6.0 to 7.2.

Ideal Uses

Use as a bright variegated accent, train on a trellis, or stage in oversized patio containers where foliage can be appreciated up close.

• Focal Point: Large, cream-splashed leaves deliver high-contrast texture.
• Trellised Feature: Lax stems tie in easily to supports for vertical interest.
• Containers: Excellent patio specimen in bright shade.
• Mixed Borders: Contrasts with ferns, hosta, and dark evergreens.
• Courtyard Screens: Forms a soft, leafy backdrop in sheltered sites.

Low Maintenance Care

Light pruning, steady moisture, and periodic feeding maintain dense, clean growth; support stems as needed for form and height.

• Watering: Deeply soak during dry periods; avoid chronic sogginess.
• Pruning: Tip-prune to shape and encourage branching; remove reverted green shoots promptly.
• Fertilizing: Apply balanced, slow-release fertilizer or compost in spring.
• Mulching: 2 to 3 in organic mulch to conserve moisture and suppress weeds.
• Notes: Not self-clinging; tie to trellises or canes, and protect from cold, drying winds to prevent leaf edge browning.

Why Choose Angyo Star Tree Ivy?

This selection brings bold, reliable variegation and adaptable structure to bright shade with straightforward care.

• Shade Brightener: Cream variegation illuminates dim areas.
• Architectural Form: Upright habit trains cleanly on supports.
• Versatile Placement: Equally effective in beds or large containers.
• Durable Foliage: Thick leaves resist tattering under shelter.
• Low Effort: Simple pruning and routine moisture for lasting impact.

Site in bright, dappled light with protection from hot sun and wind, amend soil with compost, and provide a trellis or canes to showcase its luminous variegated foliage.