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Aucuba japonica Golden King

Aucuba Spotted Laurel, Spotted Laurel, Aucuba japonica Golden King, Aucuba Golden King, Aucuba Gold King, Aucuba jap Golden King, japonica Golden King

Aucuba japonica Golden King, commonly known as the Aucuba Spotted Laurel, is a shade-loving shrub, featuring large, dark green leaves that are splashed with golden yellow. The foliage is complemented with purple flowers in spring which are borne as loose clusters and result in berries that start out bright green but mature to bright red in winter.  It typically grows to 2 m tall and the same wide with a dense, rounded form. Aucuba Golden King is commonly used to brighten a dull area, trimmed into a hedge, planted around outdoor living areas, or grown for shelter and privacy. This is a great plant for providing vibrancy to a shady corner.

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Suited to regions:All regions
Plant type:Shrubs
Height:2.00 m
Spread:2.00 m
Flowering time:Spring
Tolerances:Coastal, Extended dry periods, Hardy, Shade
Garden uses:Hedging, Living areas, Parks, Pool areas, Specimen
Garden styles:Alpine, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Formal, Frontyard, Modern
Easy to grow?Yes
Maintenance requirementsLow
Growth rateMedium
Also known asAucuba Spotted Laurel, Spotted Laurel, Aucuba japonica Golden King, Aucuba Golden King, Aucuba Gold King, Aucuba jap Golden King, japonica Golden King

Aucuba japonica Golden King Details

Aucuba japonica Golden King, commonly known as the Aucuba Spotted Laurel, is a shade-loving shrub, featuring large, dark green leaves that are splashed with golden yellow. The foliage is complemented with purple flowers in spring which are borne as loose clusters and result in berries that start out bright green but mature to bright red in winter.  It typically grows to 2 m tall and the same wide with a dense, rounded form. This evergreen is tolerant of heavy shade, dry periods, and will tolerate frost once established but does prefer a well-drained site. Aucuba Golden King is commonly used to brighten a dull area, trimmed into a hedge, planted around outdoor living areas, or grown for shelter and privacy. This is a great plant for providing vibrancy to a shady corner.

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