{"product_id":"aucuba-japonica-crotonifolia","title":"Aucuba japonica 'Crotonifolia' - Variegated Spotted Laurel","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAucuba japonica 'Crotonifolia' - Premium Variegated Spotted Laurel for sale.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAucuba japonica 'Crotonifolia' is a striking evergreen shrub renowned for its bold, glossy leaves heavily splashed with golden-yellow variegation. This robust, shade-tolerant plant brings year-round colour and structure to difficult areas where few other plants thrive, making it invaluable for shaded gardens and urban landscapes. Available to buy at our nursery near Lancaster.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBold glossy leaves with striking golden-yellow variegation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThrives in deep shade where most plants struggle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFemale plants produce attractive red berries in autumn and winter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEvergreen foliage provides year-round structure and colour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtremely hardy and tolerant of pollution and coastal conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow maintenance, reaching 2-3m at maturity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant Aucuba japonica 'Crotonifolia' in moist, well-drained soil in partial to full shade. Tolerates a wide range of conditions including heavy clay, dry shade, and urban pollution. Water regularly during the first year to establish a strong root system. Mulch around the base to retain moisture and suppress weeds. Prune in spring to maintain shape and size, removing any all-green reverted shoots to preserve variegation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIdeal Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for shaded borders, woodland gardens, north-facing walls, and urban courtyards. Its bold variegated foliage and shade tolerance make it particularly valuable for brightening dark corners, under tree canopies, and in heavily shaded areas. Ideal for container planting, low hedging, and as an architectural evergreen in commercial landscapes and developments.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Stoneybrook Nursery","offers":[{"title":"2 litre pot","offer_id":56939983044983,"sku":null,"price":12.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0548\/7234\/2610\/files\/Aucubajcrotonifolia.jpg?v=1764786070","url":"https:\/\/stoneybrooknursery.co.uk\/products\/aucuba-japonica-crotonifolia","provider":"Stoneybrook Nursery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}