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Euonymus fortunei 'Coloratus'–Evergreen Groundcover–Vibrant Foliage 1 Gallon

Euonymus fortunei 'Coloratus'–Evergreen Groundcover–Vibrant Foliage 1 Gallon

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Euonymus fortunei 'Coloratus'

Description

Euonymus fortunei 'Coloratus', commonly known as Coloratus' Wintercreeper Euonymus, is a versatile evergreen groundcover known for its vigorous growth and vibrant foliage. It features dark green leaves that turn a striking purple-red in the fall, providing year-round interest in the garden.

Suggested Uses

This plant is ideal for use as a groundcover, in mass plantings, or as a low hedge. It is also suitable for erosion control on slopes and can be used in containers or as a trailing plant in hanging baskets.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name Botanical Name: Euonymus fortunei 'Coloratus'
  • Common Name Common Name: Coloratus' Wintercreeper Euonymus
  • Size & Growth Size & Growth: 12-24 inches tall, spreads 4-6 feet
  • Hardiness Zones Hardiness Zones: 5-9
  • Foliage Type Foliage Type: Evergreen
  • Bloom Time Bloom Time: Inconspicuous
  • Growth Rate Growth Rate: Fast
  • Light Requirements Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
  • Attracts Pollinators Attracts Pollinators: No
  • Indoor Friendly Indoor Friendly: No
  • Container Friendly Container Friendly: Yes
  • Deer Resistant Deer Resistant: Yes
  • Pet Warning Pet Warning: Toxic if ingested
  • Fragrant Fragrant: No
  • Cut Flower Cut Flower: No
  • Grows Well With Grows Well With: Hostas, Ferns, and other shade-loving plants

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained soil; space plants 3-4 feet apart for groundcover
  • Soil Moisture Soil Moisture: Keep soil consistently moist, but not waterlogged
  • Soil Type Soil Type: Prefers loamy, well-drained soil
  • Humidity Humidity: Tolerates a range of humidity levels
  • Pruning Instructions Pruning Instructions: Prune in late winter or early spring to maintain shape and control spread
  • Winter Care Winter Care: Mulch to protect roots in colder climates
  • Planting Depth Planting Depth: Plant at the same depth as in the nursery pot
  • Fertilization Fertilization: Fertilize in spring with a balanced fertilizer
  • Special Care Special Care: Monitor for scale insects and treat as needed
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