Evergreen Structure
Weather & Frost Hardy
Easy-Care & Forgiving
Ideal for Pots
Euonymus Microphyllus Box Leaf Evergreen Shrub Plant 2L Pot
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Evergreen Structure
Weather & Frost Hardy
Easy-Care & Forgiving
Ideal for Pots
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Euonymus Microphyllus – Compact Evergreen Box Alternative for Year-Round Structure
Add neat, formal structure to your garden with Euonymus Microphyllus, a compact evergreen shrub valued for its small glossy dark green leaves and naturally dense growth habit. Often chosen as an excellent alternative to traditional Box hedging, this hardy variety provides year-round colour and is ideal for low hedges, borders, edging pathways, and topiary-style planting.
Easy to maintain and highly adaptable, Euonymus Microphyllus thrives in a wide range of garden conditions, making it suitable for both traditional and contemporary landscapes. Its compact habit creates a tidy appearance throughout the year while requiring only minimal pruning. Supplied in a healthy 2L pot, ready to establish quickly and provide lasting garden interest.
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• Euonymus Microphyllus – 2L Pot
SPECIFICATIONS
• Item Type: Evergreen Shrub
• Plant Type: Compact Hedging Shrub
• Variety: Euonymus Microphyllus
• Botanical Name: Euonymus japonicus 'Microphyllus'
• Pot Size: 2L Pot
• Foliage Colour: Glossy Dark Green
• Position: Full Sun to Partial Shade
• Mature Height: Approx. 0.8–1.2m
• Mature Spread: Approx. 0.8–1m
• Growth Habit: Dense, Bushy, Upright
• Hardiness: Hardy Evergreen Shrub
KEY FEATURES
• Compact evergreen shrub with small glossy leaves
• Excellent alternative to traditional Box hedging
• Ideal for low hedges, edging and borders
• Dense and naturally tidy growth habit
• Easy to prune and maintain
• Provides year-round colour and structure
• Supplied as a healthy established 2L plant
CARE TIPS
• Plant in well-drained soil
• Suitable for full sun or partial shade
• Water regularly until established
• Trim lightly in late spring or summer to maintain shape
• Apply a balanced fertiliser in spring
• Mulch annually to retain moisture and improve soil quality
PERFECT FOR
• Low hedging
• Path edging
• Formal gardens
• Topiary-style planting
• Mixed borders
• Patio containers
Euonymus Microphyllus is a reliable evergreen shrub that offers excellent structure, attractive foliage, and easy maintenance. Its compact habit and year-round greenery make it a valuable addition to gardens of all sizes.
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