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Euonymus Jap. Green Spire Ball 2 Litre Pot 20cm

Euonymus Jap. Green Spire Ball 2 Litre Pot 20cm

Euonymus japonicus 'Green Spire'
Green spire euonymus are a great alternative to the common box ball. Lovely glossy green and they do not suffer blight of caterpillar 20cm Diameter starter ball
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Euonymus japonicus 'Green Spire'
Sunlight
Full sun, Partial shade
Hardiness
H6 (-20 to -15°C)
Mature size
0.5-1m tall × 0.1-0.5m wide
Foliage
Evergreen
Soil
Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Aspect
South-facing, West-facing
Supplied as
Pot Grown
Growth rate
Moderate
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About Euonymus Jap. Green Spire Ball 2 Litre Pot 20cm

Euonymus japonicus ‘Green Spire’ Ball – Compact Evergreen Structure with Year-Round Appeal

Euonymus japonicus ‘Green Spire’ Ball is a neatly clipped, evergreen shrub known for its dense, upright habit and small, glossy green leaves. Shaped into a formal ball, this plant offers a refined architectural look that works equally well in traditional topiary displays or contemporary gardens. Its compact nature, easy care, and year-round greenery make it ideal for pots, pathways, entrances, or as a structural accent in borders.

🌿 Seasonal Interest & Appearance

Spring:

  • Fresh new leaves emerge bright green, quickly maturing to a rich, glossy shade.

  • The compact, formal ball form provides instant structure after winter.

Summer:

  • Maintains a vibrant green hue, providing lush contrast to surrounding plants or gravel gardens.

  • Tolerant of heat and dry spells once established, and performs well in full sun.

Autumn:

  • Evergreen foliage holds its glossy sheen, with little to no colour change.

  • Maintains its clipped form with minimal intervention.

Winter:

  • Remains fully evergreen, offering solid winter interest and garden structure even when other plants have faded.

  • Hardy and wind-tolerant, making it a reliable year-round feature.

📏 Structure & Growth

  • Height & Spread: Typically clipped to approx. 40–60cm diameter, but can be shaped to suit your space.

  • Form: Naturally upright and columnar but shaped into a tight, symmetrical ball.

  • Growth Rate: Slow to moderate; keeps its form with light clipping once or twice a year.

🌱 Growing Conditions & Care

  • Position: Full sun to part shade; tolerates a range of light conditions without losing colour or density.

  • Soil: Performs well in well-drained soils – from sandy to clay-rich; neutral to slightly alkaline is ideal.

  • Maintenance: Very low maintenance. Clip lightly in spring or mid-summer to maintain its shape.

  • Hardiness: Fully hardy across most UK regions. Coastal and urban tolerant.

🌿 Perfect For

  • Topiary Displays: Use in formal gardens or clipped pairs to flank doorways, gates, or paths.

  • Containers: Excellent in pots on patios, balconies, or terraces—retains shape and colour all year.

  • Borders & Beds: Adds a structural accent amongst looser perennials or grasses.

  • Low Maintenance Gardens: A smart choice for low-effort structure and greenery.

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