Euonymus japonicus 'EXTASE'® Japanese spindle
size/type
low or groundcovering,low or groundcovering
usual height
0,5-1m
usual width
0,5-1m
leaves
evergreen broadleaf
colour of leaves
flowers
insignificant or non-blooming
location
semi-shade / partial sun
soil type
acidic (peaty) to neutral
soil moisture requirements
evenly moist (dislikes drought)
USDA zone (lowest)
6b (down to -21°C)
winter protection
for zone 5+6
for zone 7
categorized
Description of the plant:
Extase® is a novelty Japanese spindle with attractive foliage. Its evergreen leaves are bright yellow with dark green margins and yellow branches. It is very similar to Aureopictus variety but is smaller and more compact. It is an ideal plant for dark corners and to brighten up borders with e.g. dark green conifers.Japanese spindles are quite soil tolerant. They will do well in almost any well-drained soil, preferably moist, but not wet. Varieties with coloured foliage are best grown in part shade or summer sun and winter shade. Even if leaves are scorched in winter don't worry, the plant will always make a lot of new ones in spring. Protect them from extreme winds. Hardy to about -20°C (USDA zone 6b).
Last update 27-01-2011
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