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Euonymus green Spire / 5L / 45Cm
Euonymus japonicus 'Green Spire'
Confirmed format: 5 litre pot
Plant Highlights
- Excellent alternative to box (Buxus)
- Glossy dark green foliage maintains its attractive appearance in every season
- Naturally narrow, upright habit fits perfectly into compact spaces
- Compact evergreen shrub with reliable winter interest
- Easy care and suitable for coastal gardens
Overview
Euonymus japonicus 'Green Spire' is a compact evergreen shrub valued for its naturally narrow, columnar habit and glossy dark green foliage. Serving as an excellent alternative to box (Buxus), this slow-growing perennial provides reliable winter interest and maintains its attractive appearance throughout the year. Its upright growth fits perfectly into compact spaces, small gardens, formal layouts, and patio containers. Thriving in full sun or partial shade, it adapts well to a variety of soils and displays high tolerance to coastal conditions and urban pollution.
Why We Love It
- Acts as an excellent alternative to box (Buxus) hedging.
- Glossy dark green foliage offers year-round garden structure and visual appeal.
- Naturally narrow, upright habit is ideal for compact spaces and small gardens.
- Features high tolerance to coastal winds and urban pollution.
- Easy to grow with a low maintenance care routine.
Plant Details
| Botanical Name | Euonymus japonicus 'Green Spire' |
|---|---|
| Plant Type | Shrub |
| Foliage Persistence | Evergreen |
| Foliage Colour | Green |
| Growth Habit | Upright, columnar, compact |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
| Mature Height | 100 cm |
| Mature Spread | 30 cm |
| Hardiness | RHS H5 (tolerates down to -15°C) |
| Care Level | Easy |
| Soil pH | Acid, neutral or alkaline (any) |
| Water Need | Moderate |
Growing Guide
| Position | Grow in full sun or partial shade. Suitable for sheltered or exposed positions, including coastal gardens. |
|---|---|
| Soil | Grow in chalk, clay, loam, or sandy soils with well-drained conditions and moist, well-drained characteristics. |
| Watering | Water with moderate frequency to establish and maintain healthy growth. |
| Winter Care | Container-grown plants may benefit from additional protection during prolonged periods of severe frost. |
Perfect For
- Low hedging
- Containers and patio pots
- Formal gardens
- Small gardens
- Coastal gardens
Good to Know
- This plant is toxic if ingested.
- Provides reliable winter interest through its persistent evergreen foliage.
Product Information
| Supplied Format | 5L potted |
|---|---|
| Supplied Height | 45Cm |
| Pot Display | 5 litre pot |
| Life Cycle | Perennial |
Growing & care
- Plant type
- shrub
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