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Euonymus Japonicus El Dorado 2 Litre Pot

Euonymus Japonicus El Dorado 2 Litre Pot

Euonymus japonicus El Dorado ('Br2012')
Compact evergreen shrub with glossy green leaves edged bright golden-yellow. Ideal for low hedging, borders or containers,
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Euonymus japonicus El Dorado ('Br2012')
Sunlight
Full sun
Hardiness
H5 (-15 to -10°C)
Mature size
0.5-1m tall × 0.1-0.5m wide
Foliage
Evergreen
Soil
Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Aspect
North-facing, South-facing, East-facing, West-facing
Supplied as
Pot Grown
Growth rate
Moderate
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About Euonymus Japonicus El Dorado 2 Litre Pot

Euonymus japonicus ‘El Dorado’ – Bright Gold-Edged Evergreen Colour

Euonymus japonicus ‘El Dorado’ is a compact, evergreen shrub known for its striking golden-yellow leaf margins surrounding rich green centres. Its glossy, variegated foliage provides bold, year-round colour and structure, making it ideal for borders, low hedging, containers, and formal planting schemes. Tough and easy to grow, it delivers reliable impact in gardens of all styles.

Seasonal Beauty & Growth

Spring:
Fresh growth emerges vibrant yellow-green, intensifying the golden edging and brightening planting schemes.

Summer:
The bold variegation remains strong, with glossy green leaves edged in rich gold providing consistent structure.

Autumn & Winter:
Fully evergreen, ‘El Dorado’ retains its colour and form through the colder months, offering valuable winter interest.

Structure & Form

  • Compact, bushy habit

  • Height: 60–100cm

  • Spread: 60–100cm

  • Dense, glossy evergreen foliage

  • Excellent for clipping and shaping

Its neat growth makes it particularly suited to low hedging, edging pathways, or structured container displays.

Perfect for Various Landscapes

  • Low Evergreen Hedging: Creates a bright, formal boundary.

  • Mixed Borders: Adds strong foliage contrast among shrubs and perennials.

  • Containers & Courtyards: Ideal for year-round patio structure.

  • Urban & Coastal Gardens: Tolerant once established.

Growing Conditions & Care

Position:
Full sun to partial shade. Best golden colour develops in a bright, sunny position.

Soil:
Prefers well-drained soil but adaptable to most soil types.

Hardiness:
Hardy in the UK (approximately -10°C to -15°C).

Maintenance:
Low maintenance. Lightly trim in late spring or summer to maintain a neat shape. Avoid cutting back too hard into old wood.

Why Choose Euonymus ‘El Dorado’?

  • Bright golden variegated foliage

  • Compact and easy to manage

  • Evergreen year-round structure

  • Excellent for hedging or containers

  • Reliable and low maintenance

Euonymus japonicus ‘El Dorado’ is a colourful, dependable evergreen shrub that provides lasting structure and vibrant foliage throughout the year.

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