Aucuba japonica Picturata
Aucuba japonica Picturata
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Aucuba japonica Picturata
Aucuba japonica `Picturata` (Spotted Laurel) is a unique and stunning evergreen shrub that will add a touch of beauty to any garden. Its glossy green leaves are adorned with eye-catching yellow spots and splashes, creating a striking contrast. In the spring, small purple flowers appear, followed by glossy red berries. This slow-growing shrub can reach a height of 2.5 meters, but can easily be maintained at a smaller size through pruning in the autumn.
- Height: Easily maintained to 2.5m
- Spread: Easily maintained to 2.5m
- Foliage Colour: Green with yellow blobs
- Flower Colour: Small purple flowers followed by red berries
- Flowering Season: Spring
- Soil Type: Moist, well drained, sandy, loam, chalk, clay
- Position: Full Sun - Full Shade
- Hardiness: Fully Hardy once established, H5 (-10 and below)
- Type: Shrub
One of the most unique features of Aucuba japonica Picturata is its ability to thrive in a variety of soil types, including moist, well-drained, sandy, loam, chalk, and clay. It can also tolerate full sun to full shade, making it a versatile addition to any garden. Once established, this shrub is fully hardy and can withstand temperatures as low as -10 degrees Celsius (H5 hardiness rating).
Available in either a 9cm pot or 2 litre pot, Aucuba japonica Picturata is a hardy and low-maintenance shrub that will bring year-round beauty to your outdoor space. Don't miss out on this unique and eye-catching plant - order yours today!
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