Buy Aucuba japonica 'Limbata'

Also Known As

Aucuba sulphurea marginata

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 4'-5'
W: 4'-5'

planting zones

7a-10b

4" - avail for spring 2026 orders | $17

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Aucuba japonica 'Limbata' plant details

Aucuba japonica 'Limbata' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with gold, green and variegated foliage. In spring burgundy 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 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 'Limbata'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: garryaceae
Foliage: evergreen gold, green and variegated
Mature size: 4 FT - 5 FT - wide, 4 FT - 5 FT - tall
Flowers: burgundy blooms in spring
Uses: compact, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Aucuba japonica 'Limbata'

USDA Zones: 7a - 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

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Aucuba is a superlative shrub for the shade! This baby never goes out-of-bounds as it grows slowly to 4’ high and wide with lovely, toothed, large evergreen leaves edged in a wide yellow band that ages to cream. If there is a boy Aucuba in the vicinity, you’ll have pretty red berries late summer into fall that are showy against the foliage. Thrives in most soils with at least semi-regular water in the dry season in the shade (no sun on leaves)… even full shade.