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Euonymus japonicus 'White Spire' (PBR)
Japanese euonymus
The strongly upright habit of this tough and versatile plant makes it ideal for low hedging, while the richly variegated...
2 litre pot
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Plant description
The strongly upright habit of this tough and versatile plant makes it ideal for low hedging, while the richly variegated green and cream foliage will offer year round colour. It's also excellent for adding colour and structure to patio pots, and as Euonymus japonicus 'White Spire' tolerates partial shade, it can be used to illuminate areas that may need brightening up.
Please note that the pot in the photograph is not supplied with the plant (which is sent out in a simple nursery alternative), but we have a wide and wonderful range on our website to choose from.
Please note that the pot in the photograph is not supplied with the plant (which is sent out in a simple nursery alternative), but we have a wide and wonderful range on our website to choose from.
Eventual height & spread
Plant features
Position
Full sun
Rate of growth
Slow growing
Soil
Moderately fertile, moist, but well-drained soil, or general-purpose loam-based potting compost
Hardiness
Fully hardy
How to care for Euonymus japonicus White Spire (PBR):
Plant in sun or partial shade in any well-drained soil, avoiding waterlogged spots. Water thoroughly after planting and during dry spells until established. Tip prune young plants in mid to late spring to encourage bushy growth and apply a 5-7cm (2-3in) mulch of well-rotted compost or manure around the base each spring to conserve moisture and feed the soil.
In variegated forms, remove any plain green-leaved shoots as soon as they appear, cutting them back to their origin to maintain colourful leaves. Lightly trim to shape in late spring or midsummer if needed, and feed with a balanced fertiliser in spring to promote healthy growth. Euonymus are hardy, but protection from cold, drying winds will prevent leaf scorch.
In variegated forms, remove any plain green-leaved shoots as soon as they appear, cutting them back to their origin to maintain colourful leaves. Lightly trim to shape in late spring or midsummer if needed, and feed with a balanced fertiliser in spring to promote healthy growth. Euonymus are hardy, but protection from cold, drying winds will prevent leaf scorch.
Please note:
This shrub is semi-evergreen, so it can lose some of its leaves in winter. In colder regions or more exposed gardens, it may lose them all, but then fresh new foliage appears again in spring.
Warning
Humans/Pets: Harmful if eaten
