Latin name: Aucuba
Description: Much used by the Victorians for its toughness and the fact that it looks somewhat like the more tropical Croton (Codiaeum). This is a tough, hardy, evergreen shrub with stout woody stems. ‘Crotonifolia’ has glossy dark green leaves that are heavily mottled and spattered with creamy yellow, giving it a very ornamental look. They take to pruning well if they get out of hand.
Hardiness: Very hardy and tolerant of almost anything
Height: 2-3.5m
Position: Full sun to dappled shade
Soil: Any well drained soil with added organic matter
Water: Very drought tolerant once established
Usage: Excellent for lighting up dingy corners of the garden and of course your day!
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Debbie - who has written 872 posts on My Climate Change Garden.
I am not an experienced gardener - more of an enthusiastic amateur who learns by trial and error and who is keen to "manage" the effects of shifting weather patterns on my garden.
Writing this blog is my passion and it has evolved over 12 years to inspire engagement with climate change outside our back doors, in our personal gardens and green spaces.
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Thu, Apr 10, 2008
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