Aucuba Japonica 'Variegata' - Spotted Laurel: Information and Pictures from Plant Encyclopedia

Aucuba Japonica 'Variegata' - Spotted Laurel
Type	Shrub, Hedging & Screening, Container-friendly, Evergreen
Size	Large Border (1 to 3m height)
Form	Rounded - Bush
Colours	Variegated green-gold Foliage
Care	Low/easy maintenance
Hardiness	Very hardy
Growth	Fast growing

This fast growing evergreen shrub produces large waxy leaves with golden spots. Small purple flowers are followed by red berries in the autumn. Ideal as a informal hedge or back of border shrub - providing evergreen screening. 3m X 3m plus

Cultivation tips: Flourishing in full sun / partial shade this large shrub grows on all soil types. Avoid planting in waterlogged soils or exposed areas. Prune to shape in spring using secateurs.