Euonymus japonicus ‘Kathy’

Japanese Spindle 'Kathy'

For variegated interest, Euonymus japonicus ‘Kathy’ combines dark green leaves with creamy-white margins and tips, often flushed pink in cooler months. Evergreen and bushy, it grows to about 1m, serving well as a hedge, border shrub, or container plant. Hardy, low-maintenance, and attractive year-round, it is also valued for cut foliage use.

Size

Max Height

0.5 m — 1.0 m

Max Spread

0.5 m — 1.0 m

Growth Habit

Densely branched plant with compact, leafy, rounded overall shape.

Planting Position

Sunlight i Indicates how much direct sunlight the plant needs each day. Full sun means 6+ hours, part shade is filtered or morning sun, and full shade is little to no direct sun.

Full Sun

Aspect i Aspect refers to the direction the planting spot faces (north, south, east or west). It affects light levels, warmth and exposure.

North South East West

Exposure i Exposure describes how sheltered or exposed a plant’s position is, particularly to wind and weather.

Sheltered

Hardiness i Hardiness indicates how well a plant tolerates cold conditions outdoors. Higher ratings generally mean greater frost tolerance.

(−15 to −10 °C) Cold-hardy

Ideal Soil Conditions

Soil Type i Soil type describes the texture of the soil (clay, sand, loam, chalk). This affects drainage, nutrients and how roots grow.

Chalk Clay Loam Sand

Soil Moisture i Soil moisture tells you how wet or dry the soil should be for best growth. Match this to your garden conditions for healthier plants.

Moist but permeable / Free draining

Soil pH i Soil pH measures how acidic or alkaline the soil is. It affects nutrient availability and can impact plant growth.

Acid Alkaline Neutral

Plant Uses & Merits

Uses

Patios / Courtyards
Coastal Areas
Hedging / Screening

Merits

Low Maintenance
Good for Cut Flowers

Euonymus japonicus ‘Kathy’

Japanese Spindle 'Kathy'

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