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Aucuba japonica 'Crotonifolia'

Spotted Laurel

£69.99
£69.99

10 Litre pot

A tough evergreen shrub that lights up shady gardens with bold, golden-speckled leaves all year round.
  • Shade tolerant
  • Evergreen foliage
  • Excellent for urban and coastal gardens
  • Low maintenance

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  • Aspect

    Partial shade to full shade

  • Hardiness

    Fully hardy across most of the UK.

  • Flowers

  • Soil type

    Loam, clay, sandy loam

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  • Why we like this plant

    Aucuba japonica 'Crotonifolia' is invaluable for bringing colour and structure to shaded parts of the garden. Its bold foliage brightens dark corners all year, making it a dependable choice for challenging positions.

  • About this plant

    A bold, reliable evergreen shrub with large, glossy green leaves heavily splashed with yellow. Exceptionally tolerant of shade and urban conditions, it provides year-round structure and colour where many plants struggle.

  • Key features

    • Large evergreen leaves boldly speckled with yellow
    • Excellent tolerance of deep shade
    • Tough and resilient in urban gardens
    • Provides strong year-round structure

  • Eventual height and
    spread

    Height 200–300cm | Spread: 150–250cm

  • Growth
    habit

    Upright, bushy evergreen shrub

  • Moisture

    Moist but well-drained

  • Position in
    the Garden

    Shaded border or woodland edge

Planting guide

Plant in spring or autumn in moist but well-drained soil. Choose a sheltered spot out of cold winds. Water well during establishment, especially in dry spells.

Care tips

Water during prolonged dry periods. Trim lightly in spring to maintain shape. Avoid planting in full sun, which can scorch the leaves.

Winter care

Generally low maintenance in winter. Protect from cold, drying winds in exposed sites and mulch around the base to conserve moisture and protect roots.