{"title":"Aucuba japonica","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrighten your garden all year round with our collection of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAucuba japonica\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, commonly known as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJapanese Laurel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e or \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpotted Laurel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Loved for its large, glossy evergreen foliage and exceptional shade tolerance, Aucuba is one of the most reliable shrubs for adding year-round colour and structure to even the darkest corners of the garden. Many varieties feature striking golden-speckled leaves, while others offer rich green foliage that creates a bold architectural statement.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePerfect for borders, woodland gardens, containers and low-maintenance planting schemes, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAucuba japonica\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e thrives where many other shrubs struggle, making it an excellent choice for shady gardens and north-facing positions. Hardy, easy to grow and highly resilient, it requires very little maintenance once established and provides attractive evergreen interest throughout every season.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn spring, mature plants produce small purple flowers, followed by vibrant red berries on female plants when a suitable male pollinator is nearby, adding further seasonal interest and providing a valuable food source for birds. Whether you're looking to brighten a shaded border, create an evergreen backdrop or add reliable year-round foliage to your garden, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAucuba japonica\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a versatile and dependable choice.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrowse our collection of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAucuba japonica\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e to discover hardy evergreen shrubs that provide beautiful foliage, year-round structure and effortless colour in gardens of every size.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"aucuba-variegated-c2o-46cm","title":"Aucuba japonica (Spotted Laurel) 1.5L (Multibuy Offers Available)","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA classic evergreen\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"il\"\u003eshrub\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003evalued for its bold, speckled foliage and excellent tolerance of shade. 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