Euonymus Jap. Green Spire 13cm Pot 30cm

Euonymus japonicus ‘Green Spire’ – Narrow Evergreen Elegance

Euonymus japonicus ‘Green Spire’ is a compact, upright evergreen shrub prized for its slim, columnar habit and vibrant green foliage. Hardy, low-maintenance, and versatile, it brings year-round structure and formality to gardens, borders, or formal plantings.

Perfect for hedges, screens, or architectural accents, ‘Green Spire’ combines elegance with practicality, maintaining a neat, upright profile in almost any setting.

Why Grow Euonymus japonicus ‘Green Spire’?

1. Slim, Columnar Form
Upright, narrow growth makes it ideal for tight spaces, formal hedges, or vertical accents.

2. Year-Round Evergreen Foliage
Glossy, rich green leaves provide structure and colour throughout the year.

3. Hardy & Adaptable
Tolerates a wide range of soil types, sun or partial shade, and urban conditions.

4. Low-Maintenance
Requires minimal pruning to maintain shape; slow, controlled growth reduces upkeep.

5. Versatile Landscaping Use
Perfect for hedges, screens, topiary, or specimen planting, offering structure and symmetry.

How to Grow Euonymus japonicus ‘Green Spire’

Position:
Thrives in full sun to partial shade. Performs well in sheltered or urban locations.

Soil:
Prefers well-drained, fertile soil, tolerant of clay, loam, or sandy soils.

Watering:
Water during establishment; mature plants are drought-tolerant and hardy.

Pruning:
Minimal pruning required—light trimming maintains neat form and encourages denser growth.

Growth Habit:
Evergreen, narrow, columnar shrub. Typically reaches 2–3 m high and 0.5–0.8 m wide.

Hardiness:
Fully hardy across the UK (H5), tolerant of frost, wind, and urban conditions.

Design Ideas

• Plant as a formal hedge or vertical accent in borders or entrances.

• Combine with other evergreens or flowering shrubs for layered structure.

• Ideal for small gardens where vertical interest is required without taking up width.

• Works beautifully in topiary or architectural planting schemes.

Final Thought

Euonymus japonicus ‘Green Spire’ offers year-round elegance with a slim, upright form and glossy evergreen foliage. Hardy, low-maintenance, and versatile, it’s perfect for hedges, screens, or formal accents, adding structure and greenery to any garden.

Euonymus Jap. Green Spire 13cm Pot 30cm Grasslands Nursery Winter Hardy Average Rate Of Growth Evergreen

Does the height include the pot?

No, we measure from the top of the pot to the tip of the plant except for some of the instant planted screens, in this case it will be stated in the description

How long does delivery take?

Most orders are delivered in just a few days, Smaller items are often sent with Parcelforce on a next day service, Larger items should allow up to 10 days due to the size of the items they often have to be sent on our own transport.

Where will you leave my plants?

We will leave your order at the front of your property, Parcelforce may
leave your items in a safe place if you let us know, Pallet couriers
will require a flat hard surface to deliver to, no gravel or soil, a
driveway or parking spot would be best. Most importantly Deliveries by
pallet courier will require access for a large truck (bin lorry sized)
to get near the delivery point. Deliveries sent on our own transport may come in a small van or larger truck.