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Aucuba japonica 'Variegata'

Gold Dust Plant

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer: Steve Mullany/Devine

 

Description

The shiny, green leaves dotted and speckled with gold make this a beautiful evergreen shrub perfect for areas with heavy shade. Overall this shrub exhibits moderate growth habits.

 

Plant Type

Shrub

Height Range

6-12'

Width Range

6-12'

Flower Color

n/a

Flower Season

n/a

Leaf Color

Gold, Green, Yellow, Variegated

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

Red

Fruit Season

Winter, Fall

Sun

Shade

Water

Medium

Growth Rate

Slow

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam

Soil Condition

Average, Rich, Well-drained

Soil pH

Acid, Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

English Cottage, Formal, Japanese, Tropical

Accenting Features

Specimen, Unusual Foliage

Seasonal Interest

Winter, Fall

Location Uses

Entry, Foundation, Indoor, Patio, Raised Planter, Swimming Pool, Walkways

Special Uses

Filler, Hedge, Screen, Topiary

Attracts Wildlife

Birds

Water Saving Tip:

Water high water-use plants separately from low water-use plants.

Low water-use plants can grow with one-half the water needed by high water-use plants, and can be easily damaged from over watering.