Euonymus ‘Green Spire’ – A Compact, Upright Evergreen with Glossy Green Foliage
Euonymus ‘Green Spire’ is a dense, upright evergreen shrub known for its vibrant, glossy green foliage and compact, columnar shape. Reaching a height of 1.5–2 meters (5–6.5 feet) and a spread of 0.6–1 meter (2–3 feet), this variety is perfect for adding structure and vertical interest to smaller gardens, borders, or as a low-maintenance hedge. The glossy green leaves provide year-round colour, while its neat form makes it an excellent choice for formal planting schemes, topiary, or as a standout feature in contemporary gardens.
Why Grow Euonymus ‘Green Spire’?
Compact, Columnar Shape – Euonymus ‘Green Spire’ has a naturally upright, columnar growth habit, reaching a height of 1.5–2 meters (5–6.5 feet) and a spread of 0.6–1 meter (2–3 feet). Its tidy, narrow form makes it an ideal choice for creating vertical accents, hedges, or screens in smaller gardens or borders.
Glossy Green Foliage – The dense, glossy green leaves are evergreen, providing year-round interest and maintaining a vibrant appearance through the seasons. The attractive foliage makes ‘Green Spire’ an excellent choice for creating structure and contrast in the landscape.
Hardy & Low Maintenance – Euonymus ‘Green Spire’ is a hardy shrub that thrives in a variety of conditions and is relatively low-maintenance once established. It is resistant to pests and diseases, making it an ideal choice for busy gardeners or those looking for a hassle-free plant.
Versatile Garden Use – ‘Green Spire’ is perfect for creating formal hedges, borders, or screens, as well as for adding a vertical element to garden designs. Its compact size also makes it suitable for container planting or for use as a feature plant in contemporary garden settings.
Planting & Care Guide
Position – Euonymus ‘Green Spire’ prefers full sun to partial shade. While it can tolerate some shade, it will thrive in a sunny location where the foliage stays vibrant and dense. It’s also adaptable to a range of conditions, from urban to coastal gardens.
Soil – Prefers well-drained, moderately fertile soil. It is adaptable to most soil types, including loamy, sandy, and slightly acidic soils, but will perform best in slightly acidic to neutral conditions.
Watering – Water regularly during the first growing season to establish a strong root system. Once established, ‘Green Spire’ is moderately drought-tolerant and requires minimal watering, though it will benefit from occasional watering during dry spells.
Maintenance:
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Pruning – Prune in late spring or early summer to maintain a tidy shape and encourage dense growth. Trim back any wayward branches to keep the plant looking neat and compact.
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Mulching – Apply mulch around the base of the plant to retain moisture, suppress weeds, and maintain a cool root zone during the warmer months.
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Fertilizing – Feed with a balanced fertiliser in early spring to promote healthy growth and maintain vibrant foliage throughout the growing season.
Perfect Plant Combinations
Euonymus ‘Green Spire’ pairs well with other shrubs or perennials that offer contrast in texture or colour. Its glossy green foliage complements plants with silvery or lighter tones, such as Lavender, Artemisia, or Santolina. It also works beautifully in formal or structured garden designs, especially when combined with Boxwood, Hebe, or Buxus for a neat, evergreen look. For a more naturalistic effect, combine with flowering plants such as Lavender, Geraniums, or Echinacea for added colour and seasonal interest. ‘Green Spire’ can also be used as part of a mixed hedge or privacy screen, offering vertical height and contrast to low-growing plants. Its compact size makes it an ideal option for container planting or for adding structure to smaller garden spaces.
