Aucuba jap. 'Golden King' - 2 Ltr pot

Description
These produce red, round fruits from September onwards. They are large.

Bulletpoints
* Fruit jewellery

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

Growth habit
Spotted laurel 'Golden King' 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.

Flower
The inconspicuous flowers appear from April to May.

fruit
The red, round berries of Aucuba japonica 'Golden King' are particularly decorative. These appear from September and are large.

Interesting facts
Plant or parts of the plant are poisonous.

Use
Privacy screen, solitary, ornamental shrub, rock garden