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Gold Dust Plant

Aucuba Japonica 'Variegata'

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Overview

The Aucuba japonica 'Variegata', commonly known as Gold Dust Plant, is a shade-tolerant shrub that thrives in zones 7 to 9. Its glossy, green leaves are speckled with golden yellow spots, creating a striking visual contrast. Reaching 6 to 10 feet in height and 5 to 9 feet in width, this evergreen excels as a specimen or hedge. It prefers well-drained soil and can handle drought once established.

Sun Deep Shade, ShadeWater MediumZones 7–11Type ShrubClimate Temperate
Gold Dust Plant (Aucuba Japonica 'Variegata') — from full shade to partial sunlight

Culture

Sun
Deep Shade, Shade
Water
Medium
USDA zones
7–11

Shape & size

Mature height
6–8 Ft.
Mature width
4–5 Ft.

Classification

Type
Shrub
Family
Cornaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Gold Dust Plant (Aucuba Japonica 'Variegata') — It prefers well-drained soil and can handle drought once established
Gold Dust Plant (Aucuba Japonica 'Variegata') — commonly known as Gold Dust Plant
Gold Dust Plant (Aucuba Japonica 'Variegata') — these leaves provide a striking contrast in shady garden areas
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