Euonymus jap. 'Micr. Aureovariegatus'

Euonymus japonicus 'Microphyllus Aureovariegatus': This cultivar is a small evergreen cardinal hat with a dense compact shape. The leaves are yellow variegated, glossy, leathery, light green with a golden yellow edge. This cardinal's hat blooms in May and June with inconspicuous white-green flowers. Euonymus japonicus 'Microphyllus Aureovariegatus' is only moderately hardy, does well in any soil type and grows in both full sun and partial shade, although the variegated color is most beautiful in full sun. It can withstand pruning well, is air pollution tolerant and also resistant to sea wind and can be used as a coastal plant.