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Euonymus fortunei 'Harlequin'

Family Celastraceae
Plant Type shrub
Zone USDA:   5a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level
Height 20 - 30 cm (8 - 12 in)
Spread 0.6 - 1.2 m (2 - 4 ft)
Light full sun to shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH neutral

Description Euonymus fortunei 'Harlequin' (wintercreeper) bears pastel yellow flowers during early summer to mid summer. This shrub is mat forming and has spotted deep green and pale yellow foliage that is showy, glossy, medium textured and evergreen. The bark is cork-like in texture.
Typical Uses Alpine or rock garden, ground cover and hedge.
Special Characteristics Euonymus fortunei 'Harlequin' tolerates drought, compacted soil and pollution.
Cautions When planning your garden, take into consideration that Euonymus fortunei 'Harlequin' (wintercreeper) grows at a fast rate and will fill its designated space quickly. Where conditions are favourable, Euonymus fortunei 'Harlequin' (wintercreeper) can be invasive and may require maintenance to keep it under control.