The cream and green marbled leaves form a basal rosette of oval leaves. Small green flowers on narrow spike in June to July. Self-seeds easily, remove flowers in self-seeding is not desired. This mound of variegated plantain leaves is great just to marvel at; however, variegated plantain leaves also work well for bee-stings! Plant this interesting novelty for a walkway or pathway planting in sun to open part shade.
For millennia, poultices of plantain leaves have been applied to wounds, sores, and stings to promote healing.
A hardy perennial for zones 3-9. Grows about 10 inches tall.
Basic Seedsowing Info:
Sow inside at 68 degrees, if no germination in 3 to 4 weeks, move to 24-39 degrees ( fridge ) for 2-4 weeks. Average Germ Time: 21-28 days. Light required to germinate. Cover 1/16 inch. Keep seeds moist until germination.