Euonymus Harlequin

Euonymus ‘Harlequin’ is a compact, slow-growing evergreen noted for its neat, bushy habit and small leaves irregularly variegated green and white, often flushed soft pink on the newest growth. It brings year-round brightness to borders and containers, and is reliable in Irish gardens in sun or light shade on most well-drained soils, including chalk, clay or sand. Small, green, inconspicuous summer flowers may appear, but this plant is chiefly grown for its foliage. Tolerates coastal exposure; clip lightly after late spring if shaping is needed.

To help give a clear sense of scale, the stone wall shown in our photos measures approximately 265cm in height. We also use familiar garden tools as visual references: a digging fork (110cm tall) and a hand fork (30cm tall). These are included purely as size guides to help you better judge proportions when viewing the images.

Position: Sun or light shade

Rate of Growth: Slow

Soil: Moist, well-drained; suits chalk, clay or sandy soils

Hardiness: Fully hardy

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Plant at a Glance