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Purple-Leaf Winter Creeper

Euonymus Fortunei 'Colorata'

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Overview

The Purple-Leaf Winter Creeper, Euonymus fortunei 'Colorata,' is an evergreen vine that boasts vibrant purple to plum-colored foliage in fall and winter. With a spread of 4-6 feet and a height reaching 1-2 feet, this low-maintenance ground cover tolerates a variety of soil conditions. It thrives in full sun to part shade in USDA zones 4-9, making it a versatile choice for year-round interest in diverse climates.

Sun Full, HalfWater Low, Very LowZones 5–10
Purple-Leaf Winter Creeper (Euonymus Fortunei 'Colorata') — With a spread of 4-6 feet and a height reaching 1-2 feet

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low, Very Low
USDA zones
5–10

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Celastraceae

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Purple-Leaf Winter Creeper (Euonymus Fortunei 'Colorata') — With a spread of 4-6 feet and a height reaching 1-2 feet

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