Euonymus japonicus ‘Green Spire’ Boxwood Substitute MiniHedge

Description

Euonymus japonicus ‘Green Spire’ is a narrow, upright, fast-growing shrub that makes an excellent hedge. It is evergreen and has glossy, dark green leaves that make a stunning impact in the landscape. Green Spire is perfect for tight spaces where privacy is needed but little space is available.

 

About Green Spire Euonymus

Euonymus Japonicus is Prized for its emerald-green, glossy, evergreen foliage (even in the middle of winter) as well as its narrow and upright habit, Green Spire is a wonderful hedge choice for warm, coastal areas such as Texas and Florida. It is hardy in USDA Zones 6-9. It is generally very easy to grow and maintain.

With optimum water and fertilizer, Green Spire can grow up to 1 foot per year, with almost all of the growth reaching straight upright. A slow-release fertilizer in early spring is perfect to encourage strong spring growth. At maturity, it can easily be maintained at 10 feet tall by 2 feet wide. It responds very well to hard pruning, making it one of the best ideal hedges.

Euonymus Green Spire grows well in full sun to nearly full shade, requiring only a few hours of sunlight per day. It has moderate drought resistance but does not like overly wet soil. Make sure your planting area is well-draining, but provide weekly water in dry times once established. Explore our other variety of evergreen hedges, to pair with your other garden hedges.

Top Qualities of Green Spire Euonymus

• Evergreen with dark, glossy leaves
• Tall, narrow habit
• Fast growth rate
• Salt and wind tolerant
• Grows in full sun to full shade