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Aucuba japonica f. longifolia 'Salicifolia'

Family Aucubaceae
Plant Type broadleaf evergreen
Zone USDA:   6a - 10b   RHS:   H - HH   EGF:   H2 - G1   Australia:   1 - 4  
Care Level
Height 1.8 - 3 m (6 - 10 ft)
Spread 1.2 - 1.8 m (4 - 6 ft)
Light light shade to shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type loam
Soil pH acidic to neutral

Description The broadleaf evergreen Aucuba japonica f. longifolia 'Salicifolia' (Japanese aucuba) bears faded purple blossoms during mid spring. The showy glossy foliage is deep green in colour, medium in texture and evergreen. Aucuba japonica f. longifolia 'Salicifolia' (Japanese aucuba) produces showy fruit. This plant has smooth bark. A specimen plant, Aucuba japonica f. longifolia 'Salicifolia' (Japanese aucuba) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses Border, container, hedge, house plant, foundation, specimen and topiary.
Special Characteristics Birds are attracted to Aucuba japonica f. longifolia 'Salicifolia' . Aucuba japonica f. longifolia 'Salicifolia' is tolerant of drought, pollution and salt.
Cautions This plant is self-sowing and may spread broadly and randomly.