Mr. Goldstrike Aucuba
Aucuba japonica 'Mr. Goldstrike' is a cultivar of the Aucuba japonica, a shrub species native to Japan, China, and Korea. It is an evergreen shrub that can grow up to 4-6 feet tall and wide, with a rounded shape. The leaves of the 'Mr. Goldstrike' are a deep green with bright yellow margins or edges, resembling a stroke of gold. They're large, glossy, and leathery, providing year-round interest to the landscape. Aucuba japonica 'Mr. Goldstrike' prefers partial to full shade and well-drained soil. It is a hardy shrub that is tolerant of a range of soil types and can withstand occasional drought. Commonly used in shade gardens or as a specimen plant, where its striking foliage can add color and interest to a landscape. It is also useful as a hedge or border plant due to its dense growth habit.
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