Aucuba japonica 'Lisa White'

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 4'-8'
W: 4'-8'

planting zones

6a-10b

Aucuba japonica 'Lisa White' plant details

Aucuba japonica 'Lisa White' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with chartreuse, gold, green and variegated foliage. In spring burgundy flowers emerge followed by white 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 average, clay, gritty, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, humidity tolerant and pollution tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Aucuba japonica 'Lisa White'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: garryaceae
Foliage: evergreen chartreuse, gold, green and variegated
Mature size: 4 FT - 8 FT - wide, 4 FT - 8 FT - tall
Flowers: burgundy blooms in spring
Uses: tropical-looking, woodland garden, year-round-interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Aucuba japonica 'Lisa White'

USDA Zones: 6a - 10b
Sun exposure: bright shade - shade
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: heat, humidity and pollution
Soil needs: average, clay, gritty, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Given to us by Atlanta plantsman, Ozzie Johnson, and named for, well, Lisa, with 4-5'" narrow, speckled leaves on a compact shrub, a great addition to a shady garden with very pale fruit from autumn through winter on this female plant. Evergreen. Hardy to USDA zone 7, if not 6. Shade to dappled sun. Extra summer water to push new growth in dry climates.