Aucuba japonica 'Variegata'

Japanese Laurel, Japanese Aucuba, Gold Dust Tree, Spotted Laurel

Family: Cornaceae Dogwood


Type Shrub
USDA Hardiness range 7B - 10A
Exposure Full shade to partial shade or partial sun
Bloom color Red
Bloom time Spring
Water needs Moist
Landscape uses Border, container, foundation, hedge, massing, specimen, woodland garden
Height 4' to 6' / 1.20m to 1.80m
Spread 36" to 6' / 90cm to 1.80m
Growth rate Slow
Persistence Evergreen, needles or needle-like
Leaf color Green, variegated, yellow
Fruit color Red
Soil pH requirements Acidic, neutral, slightly alkaline
Soil type Sandy, clay, loamy
Form Oval, rounded, upright or erect
Attributes and features Attractive foilage