Aucuba japonica ‘Mr. Goldstrike’ Japanese Laurel Zones & Conditions_Zone 7 'Alley Cat' may reach 15-20

'Alley Cat' may reach 15-20 ft in height in 10 years

dark green needles arranged in whorls that resemble the spokes of an umbrella

then 'Zuiko nishiki' can grow in similar conditions

'Hagoromo' is often referred to in the nursery trade as sessilifolium

Aucuba japonica ‘Mr. Goldstrike’ Japanese Laurel Zones & Conditions_Zone 7 'Alley Cat' may reach 15-20Aucuba japonica Mr. Goldstrike Yellow Variegated Japanese Laurel Zones 6 10 Full Shade Mr. Goldstrike is one of the most yellow variegated selections of any Japanese laurel. Due to this color, Aucuba japonica Mr. Goldstrike is a great evergreen to use for brightening those dark shady spots in the garden. Mr. Goldstrike is a Mr., meaning it is a male selection of Aucuba japonica. It will not produce berries, however, it will pollinate female