Aucuba japonica 'Crotonifolia'
Japanese spotted laurel (Female)
This resilient evergreen shrub has become popular because it will thrive in inhospitable, shady areas of the garden...
Plant description
Eventual height & spread
Plant features
Position
Full sun / light shade / shade
Rate of growth
Fast-growing
Soil
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness
Fully hardy
How to care for Aucuba japonica Crotonifolia:
Warning
GOES WELL WITH
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