An easy to grow evergreen groundcover with cool season foliage color.Its mat forming habit is the perfect accent for foundations, edging or mass planting.Foliage turns to a beautiful burgundy-purple in winter. Black walnut tolerant.
Botanical Name- Euonymus fortunei ‘Coloratus’ Pronunciation- yoo-ON-ih-muss Foliage- Evergreen Mature Width- Mature Height- Sun Exposure- Full sun to part shade Soil Preferences- Prefers moist, well-drained area. Current Size- flat Bloom Color- Foliage Bloom Time- Inconspicuous Companion Plants- Pachysandra terminalis – evergreen groundcover synergy Fauna Attracted- Bees (small flowers), fruit-eating birds Plant Habit- Groundcover
- Care Rating- Easy
Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin – PP21 Yearly Care Instructions- Trim in early spring to control size if desired. Tolerates a range of conditions but appreciates consistent moisture. A light fertilizer in spring helps maintain vigor. Trimming Instructions- Trim in spring or early summer to control spread and maintain form. Avoid severe pruning, focusing on removing overgrown shoots. Fertilization Instructions- Feed with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer (e.g., 14-14-14) in spring; moderate feeding need. Loosen clay soil with compost to prevent waterlogging. Fertilizer Recommendation- Plant-tone Possible Issues- Scale insects, powdery mildew
