Sunny Daze® Japanese Laurel
Aucuba japonica 'MonHinsuru'
SKU
6334
A true collector's gem, this shrub's lustrous, variegated foliage will brighten shady foundation plantings and woodland gardens. Fantastic container accent for covered patios or well-lit indoor spaces. Brought to Monrovia by Dan Hinkley. Evergreen.
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8 - 10 Change
Filtered sun, Full shade, Partial shade
Water regularly - weekly, or more often in extreme heat or containers.
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| Botanical Pronunciation | aw-KEW-ba juh-PON-ih-kuh |
|---|---|
| Average Size at Maturity | Slow growing; reaches 4 ft. tall and wide. |
| Bloom Time | Inconspicuous; prized for foliage. |
| Deciduous/ Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Foliage Color | Variegated |
| Garden Style | Asian/Zen, Contemporary, Tropical |
| Growth Habit | Rounded |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Houseplant, Mass Planting, Specimen, Woodland Garden, Coastal Exposure |
| Light Needs | Filtered sun, Full shade, Partial shade |
| Soil Needs | Tree & Shrub Food |
| Special Feature | Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Gift Plant, Shade Loving, Tolerates Poor Soils, Year-round Interest |
| Water Needs | Moderate |
| Watering Needs | Water regularly - weekly, or more often in extreme heat or containers. |
| Key Feature | Dramatic foliage for shade |
Thrives in a wide variety of well-drained soils. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Once established, reduce frequency; tolerates drier conditions in cooler summer climates. Feed with a general-purpose fertilizer before new growth begins in spring. Hardy to Zone 7b.
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