Aucuba japonica Golden King
Aucuba japonica 'Golden King'
£11.95
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SKU
B03846
Attractive dense rounded evergreen shrub with variegated glossy leathery leaves. It will provide you with interest all year round with its shiny...
Attractive dense rounded evergreen shrub with variegated glossy leathery leaves. It will provide you with interest all year round with its shiny leaves covered in splashes of golden yellow and small purple flowers followed by large glossy red fruit. Can also be used as a hedge if planted 60cm apart. This shrub does well in most soil types but prefers semi shady spots.
- 1 x Aucuba japonica Golden King
Botanical name | Aucuba japonica 'Golden King' |
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Category | Aucuba |
Qty | 1x |
Flowers | No |
Fragrant | No |
Cutflowers | No |
Fruits | No |
Edible | No |
Location | Sun and shade |
Hardy | Yes |
Ground Covering | No |
Naturalizing | No |
Preferred Soil | Any soil |
Poisonous | No |
How to take care of Aucuba japonica Golden King
For best results soak the roots for approx 2 hrs before planting and water well after planting and for the next few weeks. This evergreen shrub will grow well in most types of soil including heavy clay, but it does requires decent drainage. Likes a part shade or full shade position in an exposed or sheltered location. Avoid planting in times of frost. It copes well with in dry conditions and is suitable for coastal gardens. Produces insignificant dark-purple flowers from April to May and red berries during autumn winter. Grows up to 2.5 mtrs. It is necessary to plant male and female varieties in order to produce seed.
For additional instructions see product packaging.