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RedCrocus Euonymus fortunei 'Coloratus'- Evergreen Groundcover with Deep Purple Foliage, Perfect for Gardens, Containers, and Borders 1 Gallon

RedCrocus Euonymus fortunei 'Coloratus'- Evergreen Groundcover with Deep Purple Foliage, Perfect for Gardens, Containers, and Borders 1 Gallon

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SKU:nse4189-redcrocus

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Coloratus' Wintercreeper Euonymus Euonymus fortunei 'Coloratus'

Description

A versatile evergreen groundcover featuring deep purple foliage that beautifully turns vibrant red in the fall. It is low-growing, hardy, and suitable for various garden landscapes.

Suggested Uses

Perfect for groundcover, rock gardens, hanging baskets, and patio containers. Ideal for adding color and texture to borders and landscape edges.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name: Euonymus fortunei 'Coloratus'
  • Common Name: Purple Wintercreeper
  • Size & Growth: Up to 1.5 ft tall and wide; slow to moderate growth rate
  • Hardiness Zones: 6-9
  • Foliage Type: Evergreen, Deciduous with seasonal color
  • Bloom Time: Unremarkable; mainly valued for foliage
  • Growth Rate: Slow to moderate
  • Light Requirements: Full sun to part shade
  • Attracts Pollinators: No
  • Indoor Friendly: Yes, as a potted plant
  • Container Friendly: Yes
  • Deer Resistant: Yes
  • Pet Warning: Non-toxic
  • Fragrant: No
  • Cut Flower: No
  • Grows Well With: Hostas, ferns, and ornamental grasses

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained soil in full sun to part shade. Water regularly until established.
  • Soil Moisture: Keep soil evenly moist; avoid waterlogging.
  • Soil Type: Adaptable to various soil types, prefers fertile, well-drained soil.
  • Humidity: Tolerates average humidity levels.
  • Pruning Instructions: Prune in late winter or early spring to shape and remove dead wood.
  • Winter Care: Protect from harsh winter winds; mulch to conserve moisture.
  • Planting Depth: Plant at same depth as in nursery container.
  • Fertilization: Apply balanced fertilizer in early spring.
  • Special Care: Minimal; suited for low-maintenance landscapes.
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