Aucuba japonica 'Variegata' | Spotted Laurel - Height 110-120cm, Width 60cm - 15lt

Aucuba japonica 'Variegata' is a dense, rounded, shade-loving, female, evergreen shrub with glossy, deep green leaves irregularly variegated with yellow spots and spackles. Tiny, purple flowers bloom in spring and are followed by red berries in autumn often persisting on branches until spring. Aucuba japonica 'Variegata' prefers organically rich, moist, well-drained soils, but can adapt to a wide range of soils, even poor ones, except waterlogged. Foliage colour depends on the amount of sun exposure. Best colour is achieved in partial shade - yellow spots fade in too much shade, green colour fades in too much sun. Once established, resistant to drought. Tolerant of urban pollution and coastal conditions. It can withstand frost, but needs to be sheltered from harsh winds. Generally, pest-free and disease-free. Low maintenance plant. Gold Dust Laurel is a wonderful, resilient shrub, perfect for informal, cottage, and urban gardens. Great for beds and borders, foundation plantings, hedges and screens. Suitable for growing in containers.