Aucuba jap. 'Crotonifolia' - 2 Ltr pot

Description
Bright red, round fruits emerge from these from September. They are medium-sized.

Bulletpoints
* Fruit jewellery

Frost hardiness
Frost-free overwintering at 5 to 8°C is required.

Growth habit
Spotted laurel 'Crotonifolia' is upright and broad in habit. Slow growing.

Water
The plant needs plenty of water. Do not allow the soil to dry out.

Location
Preferred location in semi-shady to shady, wind-protected position.

Soil
Normal soil.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Care
A slow-release fertiliser can be used in spring. This releases the nutrients slowly and continuously so that the plant is evenly supplied over a longer period of time.

fruit
The bright red, round berries of Aucuba japonica 'Crotonifolia' are particularly decorative. These appear from September and are medium-sized.

Interesting facts
Plant or parts of the plant are poisonous.

Use
Privacy screen, solitary, ornamental shrub, rock garden