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Euonymus coloratus

Winged Euonymus

Semi-upright at 12-24”, the dark green elliptical leaves of this dense and aggressive woody evergreen ground cover turn a deep plum red in the fall. Insignificant white flowers appear in June. Purple wintercreeper is useful for erosion control and best planted in contained areas.

Height

1-2 Inches

Spacing

6 Inches

Zone:

4 - 9

Winged Euonymus Growing and Maintenance Tips:

Forms a dense mat that smothers weeds. Can be cut back. Needs weekly watering on average; more water care needed in higher temperatures.

Characteristics & Attributes for Euonymus coloratus