Aucuba japonica 'Variegata' cvs.
Gold Dust Plant selections
Description
The shiny, green leaves dotted and speckled with gold make this a beautiful evergreen shrub perfect for areas with heavy shade. Overall this shrub exhibits moderate growth habits.
Plant Type
Shrub
Height Range
6-12'
Flower Color
n/a
Flower Season
n/a
Leaf Color
Gold, Green, Yellow, Variegated
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
Red
Fruit Season
Winter, Fall
Sun
Shade
Water
Medium, Extra in Summer
Growth Rate
Slow
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam
Soil Condition
Average, Well-drained
Soil pH
Acid, Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
English Cottage, Formal, Japanese, Tropical
Accenting Features
Specimen, Unusual Foliage
Seasonal Interest
Winter, Fall
Location Uses
Entry, Foundation, Indoor, Patio, Raised Planter, Swimming Pool, Walkways
Special Uses
Filler, Hedge, Screen, Topiary
Attracts Wildlife
Birds
Water Saving Tip:
Group plants in your garden according to their water needs (hydrozone).