Aucuba Picturata

Brighten shaded areas with bold variegated foliage and dependable evergreen structure. Picturata Aucuba develops glossy leaves with broad golden-yellow centers, green margins, and yellow speckling. Its dense, rounded form brings color to protected beds where many flowering shrubs struggle, while small spring flowers and red fruit may add extra seasonal interest.

Growing Guide

• Sun Exposure: Part Sun to Full Shade
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 7 - 9
• Mature Height: 4 ft. – 6 ft.
• Mature Width: 4 ft. – 6 ft.
• Spacing: 5 ft.
• Soil: Loamy, well-drained soil
• Water Needs: Moderate
• Growth Rate: Moderate

Plant Details

• Botanical Name: Aucuba japonica 'Picturata'
• Common Name: Picturata Aucuba
• Plant Type: Evergreen Shrub
• Foliage Color: Yellow, Green, and Variegated
• Bloom Season: Spring
• Fruit: Red berries may develop
• Deer Resistance: Generally deer resistant

Key Features

• Bold yellow-and-green variegated foliage
• Evergreen color for shaded landscapes
• Dense, rounded growth habit
• Tolerates urban conditions
• Generally resistant to deer
• Low-maintenance once established

Landscape Uses

• Shade gardens
• Foundation plantings
• Woodland borders
• Accent plantings
• Evergreen screens
• Container plantings

Companion Plants

• Aucuba japonica 'Rozannie'
• Illicium floridanum 'Florida Sunshine'
• Liriope muscari 'Big Blue'
• Dryopteris erythrosora (Autumn Fern)

Planting & Care Tips

• Choose a location protected from harsh afternoon sun.
• Plant in well-drained soil and water consistently while roots become established.
• Apply mulch to help maintain even soil moisture.
• Prune lightly in spring to shape the plant or remove damaged growth.

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.