Euonymus japonicus Aureus - Japanese Spindle
Euonymus japonicus Aureus - Japanese Spindle
Euonymus japonicus Aureus - Japanese Spindle
Euonymus japonicus Aureus - Japanese Spindle
Euonymus japonicus Aureus - Japanese Spindle
Euonymus japonicus Aureus - Japanese Spindle
Euonymus japonicus Aureus - Japanese Spindle
Euonymus japonicus Aureus
Japanese Spindle, Evergreen Spindle
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PASCAL, 26/08/2025
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Description
The Euonymus japonicus Aureus is a particularly bright and colourful variety of Japanese Spindle, with beautiful evergreen foliage that is cream-yellow, strongly margined with green throughout the year, even in winter. It allows for the creation of dense and vibrant evergreen hedges and elegant topiaries for the terrace. This bush can be grown in full sun or partial shade, in ordinary, moist soil, even chalk.
The Japanese Spindle belongs to the Celastraceae family. As its name suggests, it is native to Japan, but it can also be found in China and Korea. In the wild, this large bush grows on slopes, in open areas on the edge of forests, and even by the sea where it can reach a height of 8m (26.2ft) and become a tree. It is hardy to about -12°C (10.4°F) and its growth rate is quite slow.
The 'Aureus' cultivar, with a more compact growth habit, is also distinguished by its variegated foliage of yellow and green, with the variegation inverted in comparison to the 'Aureomarginatus' variety. In our gardens, it will reach an average height of 2m (6.6ft) with a spread of 1.50m (3.3ft), and even more if not regularly pruned. Its habit is naturally bushy and rather upright. Well-branched from the base, its upright branches bear dense foliage composed of glossy leaves that are yellow in the centre of the irregularly green-bordered surface. They are oval-shaped, measuring 3 to 5cm (2in) in length, with finely dentate margins. The inconspicuous flowering occurs in May-June at the tips of the young shoots. Tiny white-greenish flowers with 4 petals are clustered together. They are pollinated by insects and are followed by the formation of small green fruits that turn pink and orange in autumn, hanging under the branches.
The Euonymus japonicus Aureus, traditionally used to create medium-sized evergreen hedges, can also be used in shrub borders to create contrasts with dark Physocarpus, barberries, or even bush or groundcover roses. Its variegated foliage compliments all types of flowering plants and works well in partially shaded areas of the garden. Well-suited to coastal areas and urban gardens, the Japanese Spindle is often used to create hedges along pathways or property boundaries to protect against wind and prying eyes. It adapts well to container gardening, which can be placed on the terrace or balcony, and it responds well to pruning. Its height will be less significant in pots, allowing the gardener to experiment with topiary art.
Tip: In case of drought, water to maintain beautiful foliage.
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Euonymus
japonicus
Aureus
Celastraceae
Japanese Spindle, Evergreen Spindle
Cultivar or hybrid
Planting and care
The Euonymus japonicus is best planted in spring in any well-drained soil in a partly sunny or lightly shaded location. It prefers deep soils, rich in humus, that remain moisture, and tolerates the presence of chalk. It is hardy down to approximately -12/-14°C (10.4/6.8F). Very comfortable on the coast, climates that are too hot and too dry are not suitable for this evergreen spindle tree, as there is a risk of it being invaded by mealybugs and sooty mould. Pruning is best between April and May. Attention: pruning too early in spring can be harmful to the young tender shoots in case of late frosts. Likewise, frequent pruning can lead to the development of sooty mould, especially in very dry soil. Apply fertilizer twice a year, in early spring and autumn. In case of drought, water to maintain beautiful foliage. If the plant is grown in a pot, it is necessary to change the growing medium once a year in spring. Protect your pot if strong frosts are forecast (<-5°C (23°F).
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Hardiness is the lowest winter temperature a plant can endure without suffering serious damage or even dying. However, hardiness is affected by location (a sheltered area, such as a patio), protection (winter cover) and soil type (hardiness is improved by well-drained soil).
In temperate climates, pruning of spring-flowering shrubs (forsythia, spireas, etc.) should be done just after flowering.
Pruning of summer-flowering shrubs (Indian Lilac, Perovskia, etc.) can be done in winter or spring.
In cold regions as well as with frost-sensitive plants, avoid pruning too early when severe frosts may still occur.
The harvesting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions in USDA zone 8 (France, England, Ireland, the Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...) fruit and vegetable harvests are likely to be delayed by 3-4 weeks.
In warmer areas (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), harvesting will probably take place earlier, depending on weather conditions.
The sowing periods indicated on our website apply to countries and regions within USDA Zone 8 (France, UK, Ireland, Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...), delay any outdoor sowing by 3-4 weeks, or sow under glass.
In warmer climes (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), bring outdoor sowing forward by a few weeks.
The planting period indicated on our website applies to regions in USDA Zone 9a (East Coast and Midlands: Dublin, Wexford, Waterford, Kilkenny, Portlaoise). It will vary depending on where you live:
- On the west coast and in the north-west (Galway, Limerick, Sligo, Donegal, Westport), delay planting by 1 to 2 weeks in spring and bring it forward by 1 to 2 weeks in autumn compared to the dates given, preferably choosing periods without strong winds.
- In the inland hills and plateaus (Wicklow Mountains, Macgillycuddy’s Reeks, Connemara, Killarney), it is best to plant in spring (April–May) or autumn (September–October), avoiding periods of waterlogged soil in winter and strong winds, which pose the main risk to newly planted trees in these areas.
The flowering period indicated on our website applies to regions in USDA Zone 9a, such as the East Coast and Midlands, including Dublin, Wexford, Waterford, Kilkenny and Portlaoise.
This will vary depending on where you live:
- On the west coast and in the northwest (Galway, Limerick, Sligo, Donegal and Westport), it will be delayed by one to two weeks compared to the given dates, due to stronger Atlantic winds and less spring sunshine.
- In the inland hills and plateaus (the Wicklow Mountains, the Macgillycuddy's Reeks, Connemara and Killarney), flowering will be delayed by two to three weeks. Flowering mainly occurs between May and July, with the limiting factors being less frost and more of the excessive humidity, strong winds and lack of sunshine that are characteristic of these areas.
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