Aucuba japonica Crotonifolia

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Address: 284 Meeanee Road, Meeanee, Napier, 4112, New Zealand
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Aucuba japonica Spotted Laurel, Aucuba japonica Crotonifolia, Aucuba Crotonifolia, Aucuba jap Crotonifolia, Crotonifolia Aucuba

Aucuba japonica Crotonifolia, commonly known as Aucuba japonica Spotted Laurel, is a large and colourful shrub that features bold leaves marked with gold and green. Small, star-shaped, purple flowers in spring are followed by bright red, egg-shaped berries. It will grow to about 3 m tall and the same wide and can be trimmed as necessary. Aucuba Crotonifolia is commonly planted around the barbecue area, included in mixed plantings, used as a backdrop for smaller plants, used for screening and privacy, or planted in a shady corner.

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Suited to regions:	All regions
Plant type:	Shrubs
Height:	3.00 m
Spread:	3.00 m
Flowering time:	Spring
Tolerances:	Coastal, Extended dry periods, Shade
Garden uses:	Hedging, Living areas, Ponds, Pool areas, Screening
Garden styles:	Alpine, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern
Easy to grow?	Yes
Maintenance requirements	Low
Growth rate	Medium
Also known as	Aucuba japonica Spotted Laurel, Aucuba japonica Crotonifolia, Aucuba Crotonifolia, Aucuba jap Crotonifolia, Crotonifolia Aucuba

Aucuba japonica Crotonifolia Details

Aucuba japonica Crotonifolia, commonly known as Aucuba japonica Spotted Laurel, is a large and colourful shrub that features bold leaves marked with gold and green. Small, star-shaped, purple flowers in spring are followed by bright red, egg-shaped berries. It will grow to about 3 m tall and the same wide and can be trimmed as necessary. Best performance is achieved when grown in full sun or partial shade on a well-drained site. It will tolerate dry periods and will grow on most soil conditions but should be protected from frost when young. Aucuba Crotonifolia is commonly planted around the barbecue area, included in mixed plantings, used as a backdrop for smaller plants, used for screening and privacy, or planted in a shady corner.