EURYA japonica 'Moutiers'

Small-leaved evergreen shrub. Small inconspicuous yellow-green flowers
Further Reading....
  • Evergreen
    Leathery, grey-green leaves to 4cm (1½in) long edged with darker green
  • White
  • Height
    2m (6½ft)
  • Spread
    1m (3ft)
  • Medium shrub
    Typically grow to around 4-6 feet in height
    Dense shrub with insignificant flowers.
  • Half hardy - unheated greenhouse / mild winter
    Hardy in coastal and relatively mild parts of the UK except in severe winters and a risk from sudden (early) frosts. May be hardy elsewhere with wall shelter or good micro-climate. Likely to be damaged or killed in cold winters. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -5°C (23°F)
  • Full sun
    Shelter from cold, drying winds
  • Partial shade

EURYA japonica 'Moutiers'

 
  • Additional Features
    Berries
    These plants have berries.
    Good to know
    A good shrub for a shady border. Can be pruned to shape
    Pests & Diseases
    None
    Place of origin
    Korea, Japan and adjacent islands
  • Garden Location/Conditions
    Border
  • Hardiness
    Frost hardy (down to -5)
  • Leaf margin
    Lobed
    (see photos above)
    Serrate
    (see photos above)
  • Leaf shape
    Elliptic
    (see photos above)
    Obovate
    (see photos above)
  • Pruning group
    Pruning group 1
    Suitable for: Deciduous and evergreen trees, and some deciduous shrubs.
    Pruning: Minimal pruning required. Prune wayward or crossing branches to maintain a healthy framework.
    When: When dormant in the late winter/early spring. Some in the summer/autumn to prevent bleeding of sap.

  • Scented Plants
    Scented flowers
    Rather unpleasant pungent scent
  • Seasonal Interest
    Autumn
    Spring
    Summer
    Winter
  • Soil Conditions
    Fertile moist well-drained soil
    Humus-rich.
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Eurya Growing Guide
2m (6½ft)
Medium Shrub - guide for size not form Average Person
  1m (3ft)
 

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