Overview
Euonymus japonicus 'Golden Anniversary' is a bushy, upright, low and spreading shrubs in the genus Euonymus, part of the Celastraceae family, with evergreen, deciduous foliage. Euonymus japonicus 'Golden Anniversary' grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include hedging, ground cover, specimen shrubs, mixed borders and coastal gardens.
About
Euonymus japonicus 'Golden Anniversary' is an evergreen shrub cultivar within the Euonymus genus, known for its bushy and upright to low spreading habit. It thrives in fertile, well-drained soil and can be grown in full sun or partial shade, tolerating a range of soil types and pH levels. Hardy to UK zone H5, this cultivar is suitable for use as hedging, ground cover, specimen shrubs, or in mixed and coastal gardens. It is of particular interest during spring and summer seasons.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Euonymus
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained, Well-drained
- Aspect
- North, South, East, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Euonymus japonicus 'Golden Anniversary' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Shrubs
- Habit
- Bushy, Upright, Low and spreading
- Foliage
- Evergreen, Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Hedging, Ground cover, Specimen shrubs, Mixed borders, Coastal gardens
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Euonymus japonicus 'Golden Anniversary'
- Propagation
- Semi-ripe cuttings in summer
- Pest resistance
- Vine weevil, Horse chestnut scale, Euonymus scale, Caterpillars
- Disease resistance
- Powdery mildews, Leaf spot, Honey fungus
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Euonymus japonicus 'Golden Anniversary'?
Euonymus japonicus 'Golden Anniversary' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Euonymus japonicus 'Golden Anniversary' need?
Euonymus japonicus 'Golden Anniversary' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained to well-drained.
Is Euonymus japonicus 'Golden Anniversary' hardy in the UK?
Euonymus japonicus 'Golden Anniversary' has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.
How do I propagate Euonymus japonicus 'Golden Anniversary'?
Semi-ripe cuttings in summer.
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