Aucuba japonica 'Hosoba Hoshifu' (Hosoba Hoshifu Aucuba)
Light up deep shade with narrow, gold-speckled evergreen foliage that stays colorful throughout the year. This shade-loving shrub provides bold texture and reliable evergreen structure where many plants struggle. Its distinctive narrow leaves are marked with golden spotting, creating a bright accent for woodland gardens and protected foundation beds.
Growing Guide
- Sun Exposure: Part Sun , Full Shade
- USDA Hardiness Zones: 7 - 9
- Mature Height: 5' - 8'
- Mature Width: 4' - 5'
- Spacing: 4'
- Soil: Moist, well-drained soil
- Water Needs: Moderate
- Growth Rate: Moderate
Key Features
- Gold-speckled evergreen foliage
- Performs well in part sun to full shade
- Bold texture for dark garden areas
- Tolerates pruning well
- Useful for screens and foundation plantings
Landscape Uses
- Shade gardens
- Woodland borders
- Foundation plantings
- Evergreen screens
- Naturalized areas
Plant Details
- Botanical Name: Aucuba japonica 'Hosoba Hoshifu'
- Common Name: Hosoba Hoshifu Aucuba
- Evergreen shrub
- Red bloom or fruit interest
- Spring and year-round interest
- Shade tolerant
Planting & Care Tips
- Water weekly while establishing
- Protect young plants from direct sun to prevent leaf damage
- Plant in well-drained soil to reduce root rot risk
- Prune as needed to control size
Companion Plants
- Hosta
- Solomon’s Seal
- Wood Fern
Please Note: Our photos represent the variety you will receive. Because plants are living products, size and fullness may vary naturally with the season and stage of growth, while remaining true to the variety shown.
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