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Euonymus japonicus Green Spire / 13Cm / 30Cm
Euonymus japonicus Green Spire
Confirmed format: 13cm
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 providing reliable winter interest
- Tolerant of coastal conditions and urban pollution
- Easy to care for and maintain
Overview
Euonymus japonicus 'Green Spire' is a compact evergreen shrub celebrated for its naturally narrow, columnar habit and glossy dark green foliage. Growing at a slow rate to a mature height of 100 cm and a spread of 30 cm, this upright shrub serves as an exceptional, low-maintenance alternative to box hedging. Its neat structure fits effortlessly into small gardens, formal garden designs, and patio containers, bringing reliable year-round structure and winter interest to any outdoor space.
Why We Love It
- Serves as an outstanding alternative to traditional box (Buxus) hedging.
- Glossy dark green foliage offers brilliant year-round appeal and winter interest.
- Naturally narrow, columnar shape is perfect for compact spaces and small gardens.
- High tolerance to coastal winds and urban pollution makes it wonderfully versatile.
- Decidedly easy to grow and maintain.
Plant Details
| Botanical Name | Euonymus japonicus 'Green Spire' |
|---|---|
| Plant Type | Shrub |
| Foliage Persistence | Evergreen |
| Foliage Colour | Green |
| Growth Habit | Upright and columnar |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
| Mature Height | 100 cm |
| Mature Spread | 30 cm |
| Hardiness | RHS H5 (tolerates down to -15°C) |
Growing Guide
| Position | Plant in full sun or partial shade in a sheltered, exposed or coastal position. |
|---|---|
| Soil | Grow in chalk, clay, loam or sand soils with well-drained drainage. |
| Watering | Water with moderate frequency, keeping the soil moist. |
| Winter Protection | Container-grown plants may benefit from additional protection during prolonged periods of severe frost. |
Perfect For
- Low hedging
- Containers
- Formal gardens
- Small gardens
- Coastal gardens
- Patios
Good to Know
- This plant is toxic if ingested.
- Features high tolerance to coastal winds and urban pollution.
- Provides reliable winter interest through its persistent evergreen foliage.
Product Information
| Supplied Format | 13cm pot |
|---|---|
| Supplied Height | 30 cm |
| Care Level | Easy |
| Life Cycle | Perennial |
Growing & care
- Plant type
- shrub
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