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Euonymus fortunei

Family Celastraceae
Plant Type broadleaf evergreen
Zone USDA:   5a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level
Height 0.3 - 1.8 m (1 - 6 ft)
Spread 0.9 - 12 m (3 - 40 ft)
Light full sun to shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The broadleaf evergreen Euonymus fortunei (wintercreeper) bears pastel yellow blossoms during late spring to mid-summer. The showy glossy foliage is medium green in colour, medium in texture and evergreen. Euonymus fortunei (wintercreeper) produces showy fruit. This plant has cork-like bark.
Typical Uses Edging, ground cover, hedge, foundation and vine or climber.
Special Characteristics It is worthy to note that Euonymus fortunei tolerates compacted soil and pollution.
Cautions When planning your garden, take into consideration that Euonymus fortunei (wintercreeper) grows at a fast rate and will fill its designated space quickly. Where conditions are favourable, Euonymus fortunei (wintercreeper) can be invasive and may require maintenance to keep it under control. This plant is self-sowing and may spread broadly and randomly.