Aucuba japonica 'Gold Dust' Gold Dust Japnese Laurel 3 Gallon

Illuminate your garden’s shaded areas with the striking Aucuba japonica 'Gold Dust', a low-maintenance evergreen shrub renowned for its bold, glossy dark green leaves heavily speckled with bright yellow. Perfect for shade gardens, this versatile shrub thrives in morning sun with afternoon shade and adapts to a variety of soils, including clay, loam, sand, and silt. Growing moderately to a mature height of 5–6 feet and a width of 4–6 feet, the Gold Dust Aucuba forms dense, upright mounds that make it ideal for hedges or standalone accents. Resistant to deer, drought, disease, and heavy shade, it offers vibrant, eye-catching foliage year-round with minimal care, making it a perfect choice for gardeners seeking both beauty and ease.

USDA Zone: 7–10
Prefers full sun, grows to be 5-6' Height and  4-6' wide. 
Current approx spec: 24 x 18" (3 Gallon )