How to grow and care for Aucuba japonica
plant care guide about watering, fertilizing, trimming, repotting, cutting, propagating Aucuba japonica, Gold dust plant
Aucuba japonica 101 - Plant Care Instructions
Medium
16C° ~24C°
Every 10 days
water
How to water Aucuba japonica
How often should I water?
check Aucuba japonica Every 10 days if it needs water when it’s very cold (below 5℃), water less frequently
When do I need to water?
the top 2-3 inches of soil is dry
When is the Dormant period?
it goes into dormancy in the Winter. during the period, 1.5~2x the watering interval you use in the warm season.
Light & Location
How much light does a Aucuba japonica need?
Medium
Grow light
Low
Light preference
Aucuba japonica likes Medium, Low, Grow light day. The brighter the space, the better this plant grows.
Check if there’s an optimal place in your house!
This plant prefers
500 ~ 2K lux to thrive!
0
20K~
500
2K
Temperature
Natural habitat
-15
-2~40℃
45
Houseplants
-15
16~24℃
45
Plants that grow in the wild and those that grow indoors prefer different temperatures. If you grow Aucuba japonica at home, make sure the temperature is 16~24℃.
Humidity
Ideal humidity
0
40~70%
100
Aucuba japonica prefers humidity about 40~70%. If necessary, increase humidity by misting, humidifier.
Fertilize
Collective Knowhow
When should I fertilize?
Only when your plant is healthy
How frequently should I fertilize?
1-2 times in growing season. A pinch for a small pot.
Characteristic
| Characteristic Name | Characteristic Value |
|---|---|
| Lifespan | Perennial |
Is Aucuba japonica toxic?
Aucuba japonica is dangerous to Dog
Dog
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