Sunrise Wintercreeper
Euonymus fortunei 'Sunrise' PP #12,341
SKU
1920
Striking variegation is lemon yellow on young leaves, maturing to rich golden yellow against the deep green centers. Mass for a bright, colorful groundcover or line along drives and walkways. Hightly resistant to Anthracnose leaf disease. Low, spreading shrub 2 ft. tall, 4 ft. wide. No significant flowers. Full sun. Evergreen.
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Full sun
Water regularly - weekly, or more often in extreme heat.
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Botanical Pronunciation | yoo-ON-ih-mus for-TU-ne-i |
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Average Size at Maturity | Moderate growing, low, spreading shrub; reaches 2 ft. tall, 4 ft. wide. |
Bloom Time | Inconspicuous; prized for foliage. |
Design Ideas | A brightly variegated plant that makes dreary winter landscapes more cheerful. Makes a fine single specimen, but lower stature makes a fine barrier hedge inside existing gardens, or along the perimeter. |
Deciduous/ Evergreen | Evergreen |
Flower Color | Green |
Foliage Color | Variegated |
Garden Style | Asian/Zen, Contemporary, Cottage |
Growth Rate | Moderate |
Landscape Use | Barrier, Border, Erosion Control, Firescaping/Fire Wise, Hedge, Mass Planting, Coastal Exposure, Urban Garden, Ground Cover |
Light Needs | Full sun |
Patent Act | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent. |
Soil Needs | Tree & Shrub Food |
Special Feature | Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Extreme Cold Hardiness, Improved Disease Resistance, Waterwise, Year-round Interest |
Water Needs | Low |
Watering Needs | Water regularly - weekly, or more often in extreme heat. |
Key Feature | Colorful Waterwise Hedge |
Adaptable and easy to grow in average, well-drained soils; avoid poorly drained, soggy soils. Takes shade, particularly in hot climates. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish root system. Once established, reduce frequency; tolerates mild drought. Fertilize in early spring. Prune annually to shape.
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