Aucuba japonica 'Crotonifolia'

Japanese laurel

A slow-growing shrub suited for inexperienced gardeners.

Shrubs

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Additional Information

Information	Details
Botanical Name	Aucuba japonica ‘Crotonifolia’
Common Name	Japanese laurel
Also Known As	Japanese laurel
SA Tree No
Tree Type	Evergreen
Attracts	Birds, Bees
Features	Screening
Flowering Season	Spring
Focal	No
Fragrant	No
Frost Tolerance	Hardy
Fruiting Season
Growth Rate	Slow <500mm
Minimal Leaf Shedding	No
Origin	Exotic
Soil pH
Root System	Aggressive
Soil Type	Sandy, Clay, Well Drained
Suitable Garden Size	Small, Medium, Large
Suitable Planting Area	Full Sun, Semi-Shade

Shrubs Pricing

Size	Price	Height	Trunk Thickness
2L	R15 – R35 (5 Min.)	N/A	N/A
4L	R21 – R50 (5 Min.)	N/A	N/A
10L	R65 – R150 (5 Min.)	N/A	N/A
20L	R175 – R305 (5 Min.)	1.0m – 1.2m	5mm – 15mm
40L	R390 – R750 (2 Min.)	1.3m – 1.8m	12mm – 20mm
50L	R400 – R950 (2 Min.)	1.3m – 1.9m	15mm – 25mm
100L	R895 – R2 350 (1 Min.)	1.8m – 2.5m	20mm – 30mm

Description

Aucuba japonica is a reliable plant that is loved by many. It is able to endure cold winters as well as hot summers. It is resistant to pollution and is often grown into a screening or hedge plant.

Even though it is drought-resistant, regular watering with an added top layer of mulch around roots will help it grow into an appealing-looking plant. Often used for indoor or container planting.

Its berries, leaves and stems may be toxic to cats, dogs, people and horses.