Aucuba japonica 'Shugetsu'
Also Known As
- New Year Japanese Laurel
Plant type
shrub
size
- H: 5'-7'
- W: 5'-7'
planting zones
- 7a-10b
Aucuba japonica 'Shugetsu' plant details
Aucuba japonica 'Shugetsu' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with gold, green and variegated foliage. In spring burgundy flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with bright shade - shade and even moisture - 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 'Shugetsu'
- Plant type: shrub
- Plant family: garryaceae
- Foliage: evergreen gold, green and variegated
- Mature size: 5 FT - 7 FT - wide, 5 FT - 7 FT - tall
- Flowers: burgundy blooms in spring
- Uses: serrated leaves
GROWING CONDITIONS for Aucuba japonica 'Shugetsu'
- USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
- Sun exposure: bright shade - shade
- Watering frequency: even moisture - low
- Resistant to: heat, humidity and pollution
- Soil needs: average, clay, gritty, rich and well-drained
Gardening facts about Aucuba japonica 'Shugetsu' plant
How to Grow Aucuba japonica 'Shugetsu'
Sun Exposure
- bright shade - shade
Water Needs
- even moisture - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- clay
- adaptable
- average
- well-drained
- rich
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
- pollution tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- variegated
- gold
- green
Flower Color
- burgundy
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- glossy
Landscape groups by tags
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aka Aucuba japonica 'Shogun'
Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
7a-9a
Size
Height: 5'
Width: 5'
- bright shade
- occasional - low
aka Rozannie Japanese Aucuba
Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
6a-10b
Size
Height: 3'-4'
Width: 3'-4'
- bright shade - shade
- even moisture - drought tolerant
Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
6b-9b
Size
Height: 4'-6'
Width: 4'-6'
- bright shade - shade
- regular - drought tolerant
Plant Type
Tree, Shrub
Zones
6a-10b
Size
Height: 8'-10'
Width: 8'-10'
- bright shade - shade
- regular - drought tolerant
aka Japanese Aucuba, Japanese Laurel, Picturata Aucuba, Picturesque Japanese Laurel
Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
7a-10b
Size
Height: 4'-6'
Width: 4'-6'
- bright shade - shade
- regular - drought tolerant
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