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Euonymus japonicus ‘Microphyllus Aureovariegatus’ (Japanese Spindle)

Japanese Spindle 'Microphyllus Aureovariegatus', Boxleaf Euonymus 'Microphyllus Aureovariegatus', Japanese Spindletree 'Microphyllus Aureovariegatus', Euonymus japonicus 'Microphyllus Aureas Pulchellus', Euonymus japonicus 'Pulchellus Aureovariegatus'

Japanese 'Microphyllus Aureovariegatus', Boxleaf Euonymus 'Microphyllus Aureovariegatus', Japanese Spindletree 'Microphyllus Aureovariegatus', Euonymus japonicus 'Microphyllus Aureas Pulchellus', Euonymus japonicus 'Pulchellus Aureovariegatus', evergreen shrubs, Golden Foliage

Noted for its cheerful variegated foliage, Euonymus japonicus ‘Microphyllus Aureovariegatus’ (Japanese Spindle) is an upright, bushy, evergreen shrub with small, yellow-rimmed, deep-green leaves. A few tiny, inconspicuous, yellow flowers are produced in late spring and early summer, which are rarely followed by fruits. Adding four season color in the landscape, this shrub is very versatile and may be used for massing or for a spot of color in the border.

  • Grows up to 2-3 ft. tall (60-90 cm) with a spread of 1-2 ft. (30-60 cm).
  • A full sun to part shade lover, this plant is easily grown in average, medium moisture, well-drained soils.
  • Watch for Euonymus scale, vine weevil, leaf spot and powder mildew.
  • Extremely versatile, Japanese may be used for beds and borders, as a groundcover, massed on banks and slopes to control erosion or as a foundation plant. Ideal for coastal plantings or as a specimen or accent. Great for containers too!
  • Propagate by semi-hardwood cuttings
  • All parts may cause severe discomfort if ingested

Requirements

Hardiness 6 - 9
Heat Zones 1 - 9
Climate Zones 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, H1
Plant Type Shrubs
Plant Family Celastraceae
Genus Euonymus
Exposure Full Sun, Partial Sun
Season of Interest Spring (Early, Mid, Late), Summer (Early, Mid, Late), Fall, Winter
Height 2' - 3' (60cm - 90cm)
Spread 1' - 2' (30cm - 60cm)
Spacing 24" (60cm)
Maintenance Low
Water Needs Average
Soil Type Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pH Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil Drainage Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained
Characteristics Showy, Evergreen
Garden Uses Banks And Slopes, Beds And Borders, Ground Covers, Hedges And Screens, Patio And Containers
Garden Styles Informal and Cottage, Coastal Garden, City and Courtyard
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Alternative Plants to Consider

Euonymus americanus (American Strawberry Bush)
Euonymus fortunei (Wintercreeper)
Euonymus japonicus ‘Silver King’ (Japanese Spindle)
Euonymus fortunei Goldy™ ‘ (Wintercreeper)
Euonymus fortunei ‘Emerald Gaiety’ (Wintercreeper)
Euonymus fortunei ‘Canadale Gold’ (Wintercreeper)

Recommended Companion Plants

Echeveria elegans
Papaver orientale ‘Beauty of Livermere’ (Oriental Poppy)
Nepeta racemosa ‘Walker’s Low’ (Catmint)
Alchemilla mollis (Lady’s Mantle)

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Requirements

Hardiness 6 - 9
Heat Zones 1 - 9
Climate Zones 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, H1
Plant Type Shrubs
Plant Family Celastraceae
Genus Euonymus
Exposure Full Sun, Partial Sun
Season of Interest Spring (Early, Mid, Late), Summer (Early, Mid, Late), Fall, Winter
Height 2' - 3' (60cm - 90cm)
Spread 1' - 2' (30cm - 60cm)
Spacing 24" (60cm)
Maintenance Low
Water Needs Average
Soil Type Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pH Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil Drainage Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained
Characteristics Showy, Evergreen
Garden Uses Banks And Slopes, Beds And Borders, Ground Covers, Hedges And Screens, Patio And Containers
Garden Styles Informal and Cottage, Coastal Garden, City and Courtyard
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