Gold Dust Aucuba – Live Evergreen Shade Shrub | 3 Gallon Pot | Aucuba japonica 'Gold Dust' | Variegated Foliage Plant

Brighten shady garden spaces with the dazzling foliage of Gold Dust Aucuba, a classic evergreen shrub prized for its glossy green leaves generously speckled with golden-yellow markings. This eye-catching shrub brings year-round color and texture to areas where many plants struggle, making it a favorite for shade gardens, foundation plantings, woodland borders, and container displays.

Its lush foliage creates a tropical appearance while maintaining excellent durability and adaptability. The dramatic gold-speckled leaves provide a beautiful contrast against darker green landscape plants and help illuminate shaded corners of the garden throughout the year.

Easy to grow and exceptionally low maintenance, Gold Dust Aucuba is an outstanding choice for adding color, structure, and evergreen interest to landscapes in mild climates.

These healthy plants are shipped established in 3 gallon nursery pots and are ready to thrive in your garden.

You will receive:
✔️ 1 live Gold Dust Aucuba
✔️ 3 gallon pot plant
✔️ Evergreen variegated shrub
✔️ Healthy, rooted landscape plant
✔️ Secure packaging for safe arrival

🌿 Growing Information
Common Name: Gold Dust Aucuba
Botanical Name: Aucuba japonica ‘Gold Dust’
Plant Type: Evergreen shrub
Growth Stage: Established potted plant
Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade (best color in partial shade)
Soil: Moist, well-drained soil; adaptable to many soil types
Watering: Moderate; drought tolerant once established
Foliage: Dark green leaves heavily speckled with golden-yellow variegation
Mature Height: Approximately 4–6 feet
Mature Width: Approximately 4–6 feet
Growth Rate: Moderate
USDA Zones: 7–10
Container Friendly: Excellent

💡 Care Tip: Plant in partial shade to protect the foliage and maintain the brightest leaf coloration. Mulching helps conserve soil moisture and promotes healthy root development.