Euonymus ‘Microphyllus’ — Evergreen Shrub, 17cm Pot
Euonymus ‘Microphyllus’ — Evergreen Shrub, 17cm Pot
Euonymus ‘Microphyllus’ — A hardy garden shrub. Supplied as an established specimen in a 17cm pot, grown peat-free at our Yorkshire nursery and ready to plant out.
At a glance
- Type: Evergreen shrub
- Mature size: 50–100 cm × 50–100 cm
- Position: Full Sun to Partial Shade
- Supplied as: Single plant in a 17cm pot
The detail
Euonymus japonicus 'Microphyllus' is a neat, compact evergreen shrub prized for its dense habit and small, glossy dark green leaves. Often used as a low formal hedge or edging plant, it brings year-round structure and colour to borders, pathways and containers. This hardy, low maintenance shrub is an excellent alternative to traditional box hedging and is well suited to a wide range of garden settings.
Supplied as a 17cm root-ball, this plant is well-established and ready for planting straight into the garden or a suitable container.
Why ours
Grown by us in Yorkshire, in peat-free compost, shipped in plastic-free packaging. Every plant arrives strong, well-rooted and ready to thrive — not weeks of waiting before it gets going. Each order includes access to our free care app with planting and seasonal care reminders.
How to grow
| Botanical name | Euonymus japonicus 'Microphyllus' |
| Mature size | 50–100 cm × 50–100 cm |
| Growth habit | Compact, Dense, Bushy Evergreen Shrub |
| Position | Full Sun to Partial Shade |
| Hardiness | Fully Hardy (RHS H5) |
| Best for | Low Hedging, Edging, Borders, Rockeries, Containers |
Frequently asked
How big will it grow?
50–100 cm × 50–100 cm. Most established shrubs reach mature size within 3–5 years.
When should I plant it?
Container-grown shrubs can be planted year-round in the UK, but autumn and spring give the best establishment. Avoid planting in extreme heat or frozen ground.
What size pot does it arrive in?
Supplied as a single specimen in 17cm pot, well-rooted and ready to plant out or pot on.