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RedCrocus Euonymus fortunei 'Kewensis' Live Plant — Dwarf Creeping Euonymus Groundcover, Evergreen Trailing for Part Sun/Part Shade, Hardy Zones 5–9, Great for Containers & Rock Gardens 1 Gallon Nursery Pot

RedCrocus Euonymus fortunei 'Kewensis' Live Plant — Dwarf Creeping Euonymus Groundcover, Evergreen Trailing for Part Sun/Part Shade, Hardy Zones 5–9, Great for Containers & Rock Gardens 1 Gallon Nursery Pot

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Euonymus Kewensis

Description

A miniature evergreen euonymus forming a dense, creeping mat of tiny glossy leaves. Stems root as they spread, softly draping over edges and filling gaps between stones. In cold weather, foliage can take on bronze tones. Inconspicuous blooms; grown primarily for its fine-textured, year-round foliage.

Suggested Uses

Perfect as a small-scale groundcover, between stepping stones, in rock and alpine gardens, troughs and containers, over walls, and as an edging or underplanting for shrubs and dwarf conifers.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name: Euonymus fortunei 'Kewensis' (often sold as Euonymus kewensis)
  • Common Name: Kew Euonymus; Dwarf Creeping Euonymus
  • Size & Growth: 2–4 in. tall; spreads 2–6 ft by rooting stems; slow to moderate growth
  • Hardiness Zones: 5–9
  • Foliage Type: Evergreen; tiny, opposite, glossy dark-green leaves; bronze tint in winter
  • Bloom Time: Late spring to early summer; flowers are inconspicuous
  • Growth Rate: Slow to moderate
  • Light Requirements: Full sun to shade; best in part sun/part shade—protect from harsh afternoon sun in hot climates
  • Attracts Pollinators: Minimal; not a pollinator plant
  • Indoor Friendly: Not ideal indoors; best as an outdoor groundcover
  • Container Friendly: Yes—excellent in troughs and cascading over container edges
  • Deer Resistant: Not reliably deer-resistant; may be browsed where deer pressure is high
  • Pet Warning: Toxic if ingested (leaves and berries); keep away from pets and children
  • Fragrant: No
  • Cut Flower: Not typically used for cutting
  • Grows Well With: Dwarf conifers, thyme, sedum, ajuga, heuchera, hosta, ferns, and spring bulbs

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions: Plant at the same depth as in the pot; space 12–18 in. apart; water in well; mulch 1–2 in., keeping mulch off stems.
  • Soil Moisture: Keep evenly moist during establishment; afterward, allow the top 1–2 in. to dry between waterings (moderately drought tolerant once established).
  • Soil Type: Well-drained loam or sandy soil; adaptable to slightly acidic to slightly alkaline (pH ~6.0–7.5).
  • Humidity: Average; provide good air circulation to reduce powdery mildew risk.
  • Pruning Instructions: Shear lightly in late winter or after spring flush to maintain a tidy mat; trim runners to contain spread; remove vertical/climbing shoots if groundcover is desired.
  • Winter Care: Very hardy; mulch the first winter in cold regions; avoid waterlogged soils; foliage may bronze in exposed wind/sun.
  • Planting Depth: Set crown level with the soil surface; do not bury stems or cover leaves with mulch.
  • Fertilization: Apply a light dose of balanced, slow-release fertilizer or compost in spring; avoid excessive nitrogen to prevent lank growth.
  • Special Care: Monitor for euonymus scale and mildew; treat scale with dormant-season horticultural oil if needed. Pin down runners to speed rooting and coverage.
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