Euonymus japonicus 'Green Rocket'
Japanese euonymus
The neat, columnar habit f Euonymus japonicus 'Green Rocket' means that it is primarily grown for hedging, however it will also make a good foil for more ornamental flowering shrubs and would even make a good alternative to formal box hedging. It is compact too, which also makes it ideal for growing in containers on the patio.
Other noteworthy features include the young leaves, which are paler green when they first emerge, creating a pretty (if temporary) two-tone effect, while tiny green flowers are also produced in late spring and early summer amongst the foliage.
Other noteworthy features include the young leaves, which are paler green when they first emerge, creating a pretty (if temporary) two-tone effect, while tiny green flowers are also produced in late spring and early summer amongst the foliage.
How to care for Euonymus japonicus Green Rocket:
Plant in sun or partial shade in any well-drained soil, avoiding waterlogged spots. Water thoroughly after planting and during dry spells until established. Tip prune young plants in mid to late spring to encourage bushy growth and apply a 5-7cm (2-3in) mulch of well-rotted compost or manure around the base each spring to conserve moisture and feed the soil.
In variegated forms, remove any plain green-leaved shoots as soon as they appear, cutting them back to their origin to maintain colourful leaves. Lightly trim to shape in late spring or midsummer if needed, and feed with a balanced fertiliser in spring to promote healthy growth. Euonymus are hardy, but protection from cold, drying winds will prevent leaf scorch.
In variegated forms, remove any plain green-leaved shoots as soon as they appear, cutting them back to their origin to maintain colourful leaves. Lightly trim to shape in late spring or midsummer if needed, and feed with a balanced fertiliser in spring to promote healthy growth. Euonymus are hardy, but protection from cold, drying winds will prevent leaf scorch.
Eventual height:
1m
Eventual spread:
0.6m
Position:
Full sun
Rate of growth:
Fast-growing
Soil:
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness:
Fully hardy
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This shrub is semi-evergreen, so it can lose some of its leaves in winter. In colder regions or more exposed gardens, it may lose them all, but then fresh new foliage appears again in spring.
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Humans/Pets: Harmful if eaten
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