BlueBell Arboretum & Nursery

Mail order trees, shrubs, conifers and woody climbers

Description

A handsome evergreen shrub, Aucuba japonica 'February Star' has glossy dark green leaves covered with spots of creamy-yellow variegation and an impressive display of red berries in February. Excellent plant for winter interest and suitable for gardens of most sizes.

Features

• Common name: Variegated Aucuba.
• Position: Full sun or shade. Will tolerate heavy shade well, although the leaf variegation may not be so colourful.
• Soil: Any well drained, fertile soils.
• Hardiness: Hardy.
• Flowering Period: April - May.
• Rate of Growth: Moderate.
• Habit: Medium sized, rounded shrub.
• Height: 2 m (6 ft)
• Spread: 2 m (6 ft)
• Notes: Aucuba japonica 'February Star' is a female plant and tolerant of atmospheric pollution, making it a good choice of shrub for an urban gardens. Will produce a better display of fruit with a male plant nearby.
• Supplied Size: 3L containers