Euonymus japonica, also known as Japanese Euonymus, is a versatile evergreen shrub that adapts well to Tucson’s climate, providing year-round structure and visual interest. This plant features glossy, dark green leaves that can take on a golden or variegated hue in the cooler months, offering a touch of color during the winter. It thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil, making it suitable for a variety of garden settings, including hedges, borders, or as a stand-alone specimen. Although drought-tolerant once established, it benefits from moderate watering during the winter months, especially during dry spells. Cold-hardy to around 20°F, it requires little additional care in Tucson's mild winter temperatures but may need protection during unusually cold weather. Light pruning after flowering helps maintain its tidy appearance, and its adaptability to Tucson’s desert climate makes Euonymus japonica an excellent choice for low-maintenance gardens. Also comes in a gold or silver variegation.
Euonymus japonica
Euonymus japonica
Green Euonymus
Euonymus japonica, also known as Japanese Euonymus, is a versatile evergreen shrub that adapts well to Tucson’s climate, providing year-round structure and visual interest. This plant features glossy, dark green leaves that can take on a golden or variegated hue in the cooler months, offering a touch of color during the winter. It thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil, making it suitable for a variety of garden settings, including hedges, borders, or as a stand-alone specimen. Although drought-tolerant once established, it benefits from moderate watering during the winter months, especially during dry spells. Cold-hardy to around 20°F, it requires little additional care in Tucson's mild winter temperatures but may need protection during unusually cold weather. Light pruning after flowering helps maintain its tidy appearance, and its adaptability to Tucson’s desert climate makes Euonymus japonica an excellent choice for low-maintenance gardens. Also comes in a gold or silver variegation.
| Plant Type | Shrub |
| Exposure | Partial Sun |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Hardiness Zone | Zone 6 (-10° F) |
| Flower Color | Inconspicuous |
| Flower Season | Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Height | 10-15 ft |
| Spread | 5-8 ft |
| Spacing | 6 ft |
| Characteristics | Evergreen |
| Attracts | Birds |
| Maintenance | Average |
| Garden Uses | Hedges and Screens, Mass Planting, Patio and Containers |
| Tolerance | Clay Soil, Cold |
| Soil Type | Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil PH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
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