Tough and useful evergreen that is always at its shiny green best. Large growing for an Aucuba exceeding 6′ tall and as wide in 7 years. Moderate growth rate. Long glossy green leaves are slightly serrated and very pretty. Endures the deepest, densest dry shade conditions with no issues. Adaptable to full sun but not reflected heat. Tiny brown flowers are not conspicuous but this is a male and makes a great pollinator for female Aucuba (see A. ‘Rozannie). Established shrubs can get by with little to no summer water and not suffer. Pretty foliage shape is a great medium for contrast. Plant with Japanese Forest Grass or Dicentra formosa ‘Langtrees’. Incredibly cold tolerant- slightly below 0ºF. A good candidate for windy, cold gardens.
Aucuba japonica ‘Longifolia’
Family: Garryaceae Genus: Aucuba
Plant type: Hedge or Screen, Shrub
Biomes/Growing conditions: Dry Shade, Low Water/No Water, Oregon Coast
Sun exposure: Part Shade, Shade
USDA Hardiness zone: Zn6b 0º to -5ºF
Foliage color: Dark Green
Foliage season: Evergreen