White foliage plants bring a soft, glowing beauty to gardens, creating contrast, brightness, and a touch of mystical charm. Whether you want to lighten up shady corners, add texture to mixed plantings, or create a dreamy monochrome landscape, these plants offer silvery-white leaves, frosty tones, and creamy variegation that stand out beautifully.
Let’s explore some of the most stunning white foliage plants that will make your garden shine!
Contents
- 1 Dusty Miller (Senecio cineraria)
- 2 White Sage (Artemisia ludoviciana)
- 3 Variegated Japanese Aralia (Fatsia japonica ‘Spider’s Web’)
- 4 White Fusion Calathea
- 5 Monstera Albo Variegata
- 6 Philodendron ‘White Knight’ (Philodendron ‘White Knight’)
- 7 Variegated Ivy (Hedera helix ‘Glacier’)
- 8 Tradescantia ‘Brightness’
Dusty Miller (Senecio cineraria)
A classic silver-white plant, Dusty Miller features soft, velvety leaves that brighten flower beds and containers. Its intricate, feathery foliage adds texture, and it thrives in full sun, making it a low-maintenance favorite for borders and mixed plantings.
White Sage (Artemisia ludoviciana)
This aromatic perennial boasts silvery-white leaves that shimmer in sunlight. White Sage is drought-tolerant, thrives in dry conditions, and is often used for medicinal and ceremonial purposes. Its soft, textured foliage makes it a standout in xeriscape gardens.
Variegated Japanese Aralia (Fatsia japonica ‘Spider’s Web’)
This bold foliage plant features large, glossy leaves speckled with white, creating a dramatic effect in shaded gardens or indoor spaces. Its tropical look makes it a striking addition to mixed plantings.
White Fusion Calathea
A stunning houseplant, White Fusion Calathea boasts green leaves marbled with white and purple undersides. It thrives in high humidity and indirect light, making it a perfect indoor statement plant.
Monstera Albo Variegata
A rare and striking houseplant, Monstera Albo has large, fenestrated leaves splashed with white, making it a collector’s favorite. It thrives in bright, indirect light, adding a bold contrast to indoor spaces.
Philodendron ‘White Knight’ (Philodendron ‘White Knight’)
A rare philodendron, White Knight has deep green leaves with bold white variegation, making it a stunning indoor statement plant. It’s easy to care for and thrives in warm, humid conditions.
Variegated Ivy (Hedera helix ‘Glacier’)
This trailing ivy features green leaves edged in white, perfect for hanging baskets, climbing walls, or ground cover. It’s fast-growing, thrives in bright, indirect light, and adds a delicate, cascading effect to gardens.
Tradescantia ‘Brightness’
A fast-growing trailing plant, Brightness has silver-white striped leaves, adding shimmer to indoor planters or hanging baskets. It’s easy to propagate, making it a great choice for beginners.