Purple-Leaf Winter Creeper
Euonymus Fortunei 'Colorata'
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.
Culture
- Sun
- Full, Half
- Water
- Low, Very Low
- USDA zones
- 5–10
Shape & size
Classification
- Type
- Ground cover, Vine
- Family
- Celastraceae
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