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AUCUBA japonica 'Crotonifolia'
Commonly known as Japanese laurel, Spotted laurel
Best golden form (female form)
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EvergreenElliptic to ovate, glossy leaves to 20cm (8in) long, usually with a few marginal teeth
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RedRed-purple -
Height3m (10ft) -
Spread3m (10ft)
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HedgeIdeal for hedging
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Tall ShrubRounded shrub. Produces bright red berries to 1cm (½in) across in autumn
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Hardy - cold winterHardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters. May not withstand open/exposed sites or central/northern locations. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F) -
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Partial shadeFor best variegation.
AUCUBA japonica 'Crotonifolia'
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Additional FeaturesBerriesThese plants have berries.
Good to knowFemale form with yellow-speckled leaves
Pests & DiseasesNone.
Place of originJapan. -
Flower ShapePaniclesErect panicles to 10cm (4in) long of small flowers
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HardinessFully hardy
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Leaf Colour (if not green)Gold variegated
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Leaf margin
Serrate(see photos above) -
Leaf shape
Ovate
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Pruning group
Pruning group 1Suitable for: Deciduous and evergreen trees, and some deciduous shrubs.
Pruning: Minimal pruning required. Prune wayward or crossing branches to maintain a healthy framework.
When: When dormant in the late winter/early spring. Some in the summer/autumn to prevent bleeding of sap.
RHS group 1 -
Seasonal InterestAutumnSpringSummerWinter
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Soil ConditionsTolerates allWill not tolerate boggy or waterlogged soil.
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WildlifeRabbit Resistant
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Aucuba japonica - Growing Guide
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AUCUBA japonica
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Fertilisers & Feeds - Vitax
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