Euonymus fortunei
Winter Creeper
Description
Euonymus fortunei is a broadleaf evergreen vine or shrub. It can reach 1-12' tall and 2-6' wide. Will grow as a vine if given support. It will grow as a mounding shrub. Established plants can be pruned into small trees. Foliage is small, shiny and dark green. Flowers are inconspicuous. This plant does well in full sun with well-draining, average soil. Easy to grow. Considered invasive in some areas. Does not tolerate heat well.
Plant Type
Shrub, Vine
Height Range
1-3', 3-6', 6-12'
Width Range
Flower Color
n/a
Flower Season
n/a
Leaf Color
Dark Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full
Water
Medium
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Rocky
Soil Condition
Average, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
English Cottage, Formal, Japanese, Meadow, Woodland
Accenting Features
Espalier
Seasonal Interest
Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall
Location Uses
Background, Shrub Border, Foundation, Patio, Park, Parking Lot, Raised Planter, Walls / Fences
Special Uses
Hedge, Screen
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Mulching and adding compost to soil can minimize evaporation and help soil absorb and store water.