Euonymus japonicus Silver Princess

Silver Princess Euonymus

Euonymus japonicus ‘Silver Princess’ — commonly called Japanese Euonymus — is a compact, evergreen shrub valued for its bright, variegated foliage and dense, mounded habit. It features glossy green leaves edged in creamy white, often with a slightly softer, more irregular pattern than larger cultivars. New growth may emerge with a hint of lighter green, adding subtle variation. Its tidy form makes it ideal for smaller landscapes and formal plantings.

Mature Size:
Width: 3–4 ft
Height: 3–5 ft

USDA Zones: 7a–10b
Light: Full sun to partial shade (best variegation in sun)
Soil: Average, well-drained soils; adaptable
Water: Moderate; drought tolerant once established

Wildlife: Provides cover for birds; generally not favored by deer

Features & Landscape Uses:
Form: Compact, dense evergreen shrub with a rounded habit
Bright green and white variegation provides year-round interest
Excellent for low hedges, foundation plantings, borders, and containers
Tolerates pruning and shaping for a formal look
Adaptable to a wide range of conditions

Maintenance:
Prune as needed to maintain shape or size
Can be sheared for formal hedges
Remove any solid green shoots to maintain variegation

Plant type

Broadleaf Evergreen

Height

3-5'

Width

3-4'

Hardiness zones

7–10

Sunlight

Full Sun, Partial Shade

Growth rate

Moderate

Bloom time

Early Summer, Late Spring

Leaf color

Dark Spring Green, Jonquil

Soil

Highly Adaptable, Well Drained

Landscape use

Container

Shape

Compact, Mounded, Rounded

Bark

Corky

Fragrant

Yes

Salt tolerant

Yes

Drought tolerant

Yes