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‘Crotonifolia’ is a striking evergreen shrub grown for its bold, glossy leaves splashed with golden-yellow variegation. This female cultivar produces bright red berries in autumn and winter when a male pollinator is nearby, adding extra colour and seasonal interest. Its resilience and vibrant foliage make it a standout choice for shady spots and urban gardens.
Key Features:
- Large, leathery green leaves speckled with gold.
- Bright red winter berries (on female plants with a male nearby).
- Excellent tolerance of shade and pollution.
- Broad, bushy habit ideal for borders, screens, and containers.
Care Tips:
- Position: Partial to full shade; avoid strong midday sun.
- Soil: Moist but well-drained, fertile soil; adaptable to most types.
- Pruning: Light trim in spring to maintain shape and remove damaged stems.
Plant Details
| Mature Height | 1.5–2.5m |
|---|---|
| Mature Spread | 1.5–2.5m |
| Hardiness | RHS H5 (−15°C to −10°C). |
Growing & care
- Plant type
- shrub
- Position & light
- Shade· Pollution tolerant
- Watering
- moderate
- Soil & drainage
- Well drained· Moist
- Mature size
- 2.5m high· 2.5m wide
- Foliage
- evergreen
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