Euonymus japonicus 'Aureomarginatus' (v)

Common name: Japanese spindle

Description: Euonymus japonicus 'Aureomarginatus' is a handsome, dense, evergreen shrub with glossy, leathery, oval leaves neatly edged in bright gold, creating an attractive variegated effect that adds light and interest throughout the year. It is an exceptionally tough and versatile plant — tolerant of coastal exposure, urban pollution, shade, and a wide range of soils — making it an excellent choice for hedging, topiary, or as a reliable structural shrub in mixed borders.

Other benefits: year-round golden variegated foliage, excellent for hedging or topiary, tolerates coastal exposure and pollution, very easy to grow, suitable for containers

Wildlife attraction: 1.5–2m x 1.5m (responds well to clipping)

Height & spread (approx.) at 10 years: Full sun to partial shade; extremely adaptable to most aspects.

Position: Neutral; tolerant of most well-drained soils including clay, chalky, and sandy types.

Soil pH: Moderate; once established it is largely self-sufficient. Water in prolonged dry spells.

Moisture: Hardy to -15°C (H5); fully frost-hardy throughout the UK. Particularly good for coastal gardens.

Winter hardiness: