{"product_id":"gold-dust-variegated-aucuba-live-plant-aucuba-japonica-variegata-2-5-quart-evergreen-spotted-laurel-shrub","title":"Gold Dust Variegated Aucuba Live Plant – Aucuba japonica ‘Variegata’ – 2.5 Quart – Evergreen Spotted Laurel Shrub","description":"\u003cp\u003eAdd beautiful year-round foliage to your shaded garden with Gold Dust Variegated Aucuba (Aucuba japonica ‘Variegata’). Also known as Spotted Laurel or Gold Dust Laurel, this attractive evergreen shrub features glossy green leaves decorated with distinctive golden-yellow spots and splashes. Small purple-maroon flowers may appear in early spring, followed by bright red berry-like fruits on female plants when pollinated. Its shade-loving nature makes it an excellent choice for woodland gardens, shaded borders, and landscape containers. The plant is grown in a 2.5-quart nursery pot but ships in a fabric grow bag rather than its original plastic pot. Some locations may receive bare-root plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou will receive:\u003cbr\u003e✔️ 1 live Gold Dust Variegated Aucuba plant\u003cbr\u003e✔️ Grown in a 2.5-quart nursery pot before shipping\u003cbr\u003e✔️ Shipped in a fabric grow bag, not a plastic pot\u003cbr\u003e✔️ May ship bare root to selected states\u003cbr\u003e✔️ Green foliage with golden-yellow variegation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🌼 Growing Information\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCommon Name: Gold Dust Aucuba, Spotted Laurel, Gold Dust Laurel\u003cbr\u003eBotanical Name: Aucuba japonica ‘Variegata’\u003cbr\u003ePlant Type: Broadleaf evergreen shrub\u003cbr\u003eGrowth Stage: Live nursery-grown plant\u003cbr\u003eSun Requirements: Full shade to partial shade\u003cbr\u003eSoil: Moist, fertile, well-draining soil rich in organic matter\u003cbr\u003eWatering: Water regularly during establishment; maintain moderate soil moisture\u003cbr\u003eMature Height: 6–10 feet\u003cbr\u003eGrowth Rate: Slow to moderate\u003cbr\u003eUSDA Zones: 7–9\u003cbr\u003eContainer Friendly: Yes, suitable for large containers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e💡 Care Tip: Plant in a shaded or partially shaded location, as strong direct sunlight can scorch the leaves. Keep the soil consistently moist but well-draining, especially during warm weather. Prune lightly to maintain its rounded shape and remove damaged branches.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"New Life Nursery and Garden","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68181092303169,"sku":null,"price":84.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0980\/0758\/0993\/files\/Salinandari_9.52-2026-11-05T230154.516.jpg?v=1793894544","url":"https:\/\/faithfolkstudio.com\/products\/gold-dust-variegated-aucuba-live-plant-aucuba-japonica-variegata-2-5-quart-evergreen-spotted-laurel-shrub","provider":"Faith Folk Studio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}