Euonymus 'Tom Thumb'

Name: The Plant Company
Address: 284 Meeanee Road, Meeanee, Napier, 4112, New Zealand
Telephone: 0800 843 752
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Euonymus 'Tom Thumb' is a dense, compact evergreen shrub prized for its low-growing habit and glossy green leaves. It forms a neat, spreading mound that’s ideal for borders, rockeries, or as ground cover in garden beds. The Plant Company supplies healthy, NZ-grown Euonymus 'Tom Thumb' plants, perfect for adding year-round structure and greenery to your landscape.

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Why? Our plants are subject to seasonality and high-demand. Please contact us if you would like to know when it becomes available again.

Suited to regions:	All regions
Plant type:	Shrubs
Height:	75 cm
Spread:	60 cm
Flowering time:	Summer
Tolerances:	Coastal, Hardy
Garden uses:	Borders, Containers, Hedging, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Pool areas
Garden styles:	Alpine, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Mediterranean, Modern
Easy to grow?	Yes
Maintenance requirements	Low
Growth rate	Medium
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Sku	19139

Plant Size And Growth – Grows 30cm Tall x 80cm Wide

This slow-growing shrub reaches just 30 cm in height while spreading up to 80 cm wide. Its low, spreading growth habit makes it ideal for edging pathways or filling gaps in mixed planting schemes where a tidy, evergreen carpet effect is desired.

Recommended Spacing For Euonymus 'Tom Thumb'

For effective ground coverage and healthy growth, space plants approximately 40–60 cm apart. This spacing allows the shrubs to form a dense mat without overcrowding, ensuring good airflow and reducing the risk of disease while providing a lush, green carpet over time.

Where To Grow Euonymus 'Tom Thumb' In NZ

Thrives in full sun to part shade with well-drained soil. This shrub is tolerant of coastal winds and light frost, making it suitable for a variety of New Zealand garden environments, including urban, coastal, and sheltered rural settings.

Why Buy Euonymus 'Tom Thumb' From The Plant Company?

We provide premium NZ-grown plants selected for health, vigour, and garden success. Each shrub is carefully packed and shipped nationwide, ready to establish and enhance your garden with minimal maintenance.

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