Gold Dust Plant – Shade Tolerant Foliage Starter Shrub

Aucuba japonica ‘Variegata’

Add bold color and texture to shaded spaces with the Gold Dust Plant, an elegant evergreen shrub known for its glossy green leaves splashed with golden yellow variegation. Adaptable and visually striking, this starter plant works beautifully as an indoor accent or a shade-loving outdoor shrub, bringing year-round interest to gardens, patios, and interiors alike.

Skill Level: Beginner
Indoor or Outdoor: Indoor or Outdoor
Light Needs: Partial shade to full shade (avoid direct sun)
Water Needs: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist, not soggy
Soil Type: Well-draining soil
Hardiness Zone: USDA Zones 7–10
Uses: Shade garden shrub, indoor foliage plant, container plant, evergreen accent, gift plant

Plant Dimensions:
• Approx. 4 inches tall
• Comes in a 2.5 inch nursery pot

🌱 Plant ships in a nursery pot

🌡️ Temperature Notice:
Extreme temperatures below 45°F or above 85°F may affect plant health during transit. Consider adding a heat pack, upgrading shipping, or ordering during milder weather.