Stachyurus praecox 'Issai' (Magpie Stachyurus)

The Magpie Stachyurus, also known by its scientific name Stachyurus praecox 'Issai', is an ornamental shrub that belongs to the Stachyuraceae family. It is known for its unique white and green variegated foliage, which resembles the feathers of a magpie bird. This deciduous shrub produces small pendulous clusters of yellow flowers in early spring before the foliage emerges. It typically reaches a height of 6 to 10 feet and spreads 4 to 6 feet wide.