Overview

Euonymus japonicus 'Ovatus Aureus' is a shrub in the genus Euonymus, part of the Celastraceae family. It typically grows around 4.5 m tall. Euonymus japonicus 'Ovatus Aureus' grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include hedges, borders and foundation plantings. It is native to Japan.

About

Euonymus japonicus 'Ovatus Aureus' is a cultivar of the Euonymus genus, which belongs to the staff vine family Celastraceae. This plant can grow up to 4.5 metres tall and thrives in full sun. It is adaptable to a variety of soil types including sandy, loamy, and clay soils, provided they are well-drained or moist but well-drained. It is hardy in the UK, rated H6, making it suitable for a range of garden settings.

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About the genus

Euonymus is a genus of flowering plants in the staff vine family Celastraceae. Common names vary widely among different species and between different English-speaking countries, but include spindle, burning-bush, strawberry-bush, wahoo, wintercreeper, or simply euonymus. It has about 140 species of deciduous and evergreen shrubs, small trees and lianas.

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Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Euonymus

Sunlight

Full sun

Soil type

Sandy, Loamy, Clay

Soil moisture

Well-drained, Moist but well-drained

UK hardiness

H6

Plant details

Euonymus japonicus 'Ovatus Aureus' size, habit and characteristics

Plant type

Shrub

Height

4.5 m

Suggested uses

Hedges, Borders, Foundation plantings

Native to

Japan

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Euonymus japonicus 'Ovatus Aureus'

Cultivation

Prefers full sun to partial shade; tolerant of urban conditions; avoid waterlogged soils

Pruning

Prune in late winter or early spring to maintain shape and encourage bushiness

Propagation

Semi-ripe cuttings in summer

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