Aucuba japonica 'Variegata' (Japanese aucuba) bears faded purple blossoms during early spring. This shrub is rounded in form and has spotted bright yellow and deep green foliage that is showy, glossy, coarse textured and evergreen. The fruit produced by Aucuba japonica 'Variegata' (Japanese aucuba) is showy. The bark is striped and smooth in texture.
Typical Uses
Container, hedge, house plant and foundation.
Special Characteristics
Birds are attracted to Aucuba japonica 'Variegata' . Aucuba japonica 'Variegata' is tolerant of drought, pollution and salt.
Cautions
Be advised that Aucuba japonica 'Variegata' (Japanese aucuba) may be invasive where conditions are favourable. In such cases it will require maintenance to keep it under control. This plant is self-sowing, and without intervention may spread broadly and randomly.
