2.5 Gal - Variegated Gold Dust Aucuba, Live Evergreen Shrub Plant

Brand: Plants by Mail

Color: Green

Features:

• Vibrant Foliage: Features glossy dark green leaves speckled with bright yellow, adding a splash of color to shaded garden areas.
• Shade-Loving: Thrives in partial to full shade, ideal for under trees, north-facing walls, or shaded borders.
• Low Maintenance: Drought-tolerant once established and requires minimal pruning, making it easy to care for.
• Year-Round Interest: Evergreen foliage provides continuous color; potential for red berries in fall when a male pollinator is present.
• Versatile Use: Suitable for foundation plantings, hedges, container gardening, or as a standalone specimen plant.

model number: 2853FL

Details: Illuminate your garden's shaded areas with the Variegated Gold Dust Aucuba, a striking evergreen shrub renowned for its glossy dark green leaves adorned with vibrant yellow speckles. This plant thrives in partial to full shade, making it an ideal choice for those challenging low-light spots in your landscape. Its dense, rounded form reaches 4-6 feet in height and 4–6 feet in width, providing year-round visual interest. In early spring, small purple-maroon flowers may appear, and if a male pollinator is nearby, bright red berries can develop in the fall, adding seasonal appeal. Hardy in USDA Zones 6–10, the Gold Dust Aucuba is drought-tolerant once established and requires minimal maintenance, making it perfect for both novice and experienced gardeners.

Package Dimensions: 28.0 x 10.0 x 10.0 inches