'Jean Hugues' Japanese Spindle Plants

Euonymus japonicus 'Jean Hugues'

Euonymus ‘Jean Hugues’ is a small, slow growing evergreen shrub that serves the same main purpose as Box, clipped into low hedges or mounds.

All of our hedge plants are measured by their height in centimetres above the ground (the pots aren't measured).

Browse all our evergreen and native Euonymus varieties.

Features

• Glossy green mature leaves, bright green new leaves
• Evergreen
• Good alternative to Box (Buxus)
• Grows on poor soil, chalk
• To 1m x 1m

Growing Euonymus 'Jean Hugues'

Any well drained soil in sun or partial shade. Drought tolerant when established.

It is hardy and evergreen pretty much throughout Britain, but in a harsher than average Scottish winter it might drop its leaves.

Euonymus are generally pest free and easy to care for. You might occasionally need to tackle pests such as vine weevil and diseases like powdery mildew, but good gardening practices, such as appropriate weeding and feeding, together with our range of organic garden products, will help keep your shrubs healthy and beautiful.

History and Trivia

Euonymus is a member of the Staff-vine family of plants, Celastraceae. Euonymus japonicus are evergreen shrubs or small trees, with small flowers followed by colourful fruits.
Euonymus are toxic to cats and dogs and may cause discomfort to humans if ingested; always wear gloves and wash your hands after handling.