Spotted Laurel. A rounded shrub with glossy leaves, splashed and speckled yellow. Small purple-red flowers followed by bright red berries. Max Height 3m. Max Spread 3m. Flowers April to May. Fruits June. Full Sun/Partial Shade. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Aucuba japonica ‘Variegata’
A rounded shrub with glossy leaves, splashed and speckled yellow. Small purple-red flowers followed by bright red berries.
Additional information
| Generic | Aucuba |
|---|---|
| Species | japonica |
| Varietry | 'Variegata' |
| Common Name | Spotted Laurel |
| Flower Colour | Purple, Red |
| Soil | Most types |
| Aspect | Full Sun/Partial Shade |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 3m |
| Family | Cornaceae |
| Spread | 3m |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Rounded |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | Green, Yellow |
| Flowers From | April, May |
| Colour Fruit | Red |
| Fruits When | June |
| Moisture | Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Border |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
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