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Product Overview
Euonymus japonicus Tom Thumb is a compact evergreen shrub with dense, glossy dark green foliage and a naturally rounded growth habit. Its tidy appearance makes it ideal for low hedging, borders, or as a standout feature in small gardens.
Growth:
Tom Thumb typically grows to a height and width of 0.5 to 0.6 metres, making it perfect for confined spaces and formal plantings. Its moderate growth rate ensures easy maintenance.
Light Requirements:
Performs well in full sun to partial shade. While it tolerates shade, more sunlight enhances foliage density and colour.
Soil Requirements:
Thrives in well-drained soils and adapts to various soil types, including clay, loam, and sand. It grows well in both acidic and alkaline conditions but prefers fertile, moist soils.
Water Requirements:
Requires regular watering during establishment. Once mature, it is moderately drought-tolerant but benefits from occasional deep watering in extended dry periods.
Frost Tolerance:
Hardy to frost and suitable for a wide range of Australian climates.
Drought Tolerance:
Tom Thumb is drought-tolerant once established, though supplemental watering during prolonged dry spells helps maintain foliage quality.
Flowering Information:
Produces small, greenish-white flowers in late spring to early summer. These are subtle and secondary to its ornamental foliage.
Spacing Requirements:
For hedging, space plants 0.3 to 0.4 metres apart to create a dense, uniform line while ensuring proper air circulation.
Fertiliser Requirements:
Apply a balanced, slow-release fertiliser in early spring to encourage healthy growth and vibrant foliage. Avoid over-fertilisation to prevent weak, leggy growth.
Care and Maintenance:
Tom Thumb requires minimal maintenance. Prune lightly in late spring or early summer to maintain its rounded shape and promote bushier growth. Apply a light layer of mulch around the base to conserve moisture and regulate soil temperature, ensuring it doesn’t touch the trunk to avoid rot.
