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Buy Aucuba japonica ‘Pacman’

Also Known As

  • Pacman Aucuba

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 3'-4'
  • W: 4'-6'

planting zones

  • 7a-9b

3.5" | $16

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Aucuba japonica ‘Pacman’ plant details

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Compact form with high gloss, contorted emerald green, evergreen foliage; this made-for-the-shade, dense shrub is eventually 3’ tall and maybe twice as wide left to its own devices. Male cultivar should not fruit. Easy to grow, not fussy about soils, average water, takes some dry shade when established. Nice foundation or shiny specimen for woodland, Asian Garden.

Gardening facts about Aucuba japonica ‘Pacman’ plant

How to Grow Aucuba japonica ‘Pacman’

  • Sun Exposure

    • bright shade - shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular - occasional
  • Soil Needs

    • clay
    • adaptable
    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • humidity tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • burgundy
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • glossy

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Width: 4'-6'

  • bright shade - shade
  • regular - drought tolerant
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