Aucuba japonica 'Picturata'

Also Known As

Japanese Aucuba
Japanese Laurel
Picturata Aucuba
Picturesque Japanese Laurel

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 4'-6'
W: 4'-6'

planting zones

7a-10b

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Aucuba japonica 'Picturata' plant details

Aucuba japonica 'Picturata' is a slow-growing broadleaf evergreen shrub with gold, green and variegated foliage. In spring purple flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Features glossy texture. Grows well with bright shade - shade and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in acidic, average, clay, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, humidity tolerant and seaside / salt tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Aucuba japonica 'Picturata'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: garryaceae
Foliage: evergreen gold, green and variegated
Mature size: 4 FT - 6 FT - wide, 4 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: purple blooms in spring
Uses: border plant, container plant, cutting garden, fall interest, hedge, houseplant, mass-planting, patio, rare, winter interest, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Aucuba japonica 'Picturata'

USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
Sun exposure: bright shade - shade
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: heat, humidity and seaside / salt
Soil needs: acidic, average, clay, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

The deep-green leaves of this compact 4-6' shrub have a showy golden-yellow center making it an eye-catching accent or hedge. PSh-Sh/M

By: Forestfarm

Beautiful glossy leaved evergreen shrub that excels even in deep shade…leaves glow with large centers of yellow gold bordered by a green edge. Round shrubs are 4-6’ tall and wide. Enjoys regular watering in most soils; leaves will burn in hot sun. Exceptional cultivar rarely offered.

By: Secret Garden Growers

A large solid yellow blotch is at the center of the leaves with smaller yellow spots on the outside edges. Very showy foliage. 4-5' in ten years. Recommended by: the United States National Arboretum.