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Euonymus fortunei

var. coloratus


Bigleaf Winter Creeper




Origin:  China
            Mike's Opinion

this is Mike

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An excellent plant as a groundcover, a little overused in my opinion where large masses of it lack originality. It could be used as a contrasting groundcover with conifers. I prefer that it not be clipped tight but just a periodic cutting of long errant shoots.



Michael Pascoe, NDP., ODH., CLT., MSc. (Plant Conservation)

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Family
Celastraceae
Genus
Euonymus
Species
fortunei
Category
Woody
Type
Shrub (evergreen)
Variety
coloratus
Pronunciation
USDA Hardiness Zone
4 - 9
Canadian Hardiness Zone
2a
RHS Hardiness Zone
H3 - H7
Temperature (°C)
-35 - (-1)
Temperature (°F)
-30 - 30
Height
40 cm
Spread
15o cm
Photographs
Description and Growing Information
Flowering Period
June
General Description
A large rounded formed plant, that has the characteristic leaf curl in very cold winters. Otherwise a deep rich green all year.
Landscape
As a mass planting, goundcover where it can be clipped periodically.
Cultivation
Tolerant of most soils except swampy, extremely wet conditions, tolerates full sun and heavy shade, pH adaptable
Shape
Spreading or climbing
Growth
Fast
ID Characteristic
One of the largest leaved Euonymus, with ovate leaves to 5-7cm long and purple buds, more so in winter.
Pests
Euonymus scale can be a major problem if not controlled when first found. Some winter burn may occur in areas of low snowfall. Euonymus crown gall can be a minor problem.
Bark/Stem Description
Partially striated, dark grey to brown, relatively smooth.
Flower/Leaf Bud Description
Acute, to very sharply pointed, pale purple to rose in winter.
Leaf Description
Green, ovate, with acute apex, to about 5-7cm in length. Shiney above and dull pale green beneath.
Colour Description
Little change in colour during the year.
Texture Description
Medium textured plant but can look fine textured if clipped.
Notable Specimens
The Gardens of Fanshawe College , London, Ontario, Canada.
References
Widely available.
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