Aucuba japonica 'Nana'
Dwarf Acuba is an excellent compact accent plant; sturdy & upright.
Grows best in lightly shaded or dappled areas. Pair with shade-loving perennials such as ferns and hydrangeas.
Note: Poisonous if eaten 
Photo courtesy of Toms Creek Nursery in Denton, North Carolina
   
| Ornamental Characteristics | 
| Category | Shrub | 
| Foliage Type | Broadleaf Evergreen | 
| Height | 2' - 4' | 
| Spread | 2' - 4' | 
| Shape | Upright & Rounded | 
| Primary Foliage Color | (Glossy) Green | 
| Seasonal Foliage Color | (Glossy) Green | 
| Grown for Foliage | Yes | 
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| Environmental Characteristics | 
| Growth Rate | Slow to Moderate | 
| Sun Preferences | Full or Dappled Shade | 
| Water Preferences | Moist (not wet): Ensure planting area is prepared to provide adequate drainage | 
| Cold Hardiness Zone | 6 - 10 |