Euonymus fortunei aka Climbing Euonymus
Taxonomy
Euonymus fortunei, also known as spindle, Fortune's spindle, winter creeper, or wintercreeper, is a flowering plant in the Celastraceae family. Native to China, Korea, the Philippines, and Japan, this evergreen shrub is named after the Scottish botanist and plant explorer Robert Fortune. It is a small, spreading shrub with oval, leathery, dark green leaves that have a broad, irregular, creamy-white margin, which can turn pink in cold weather. Wintercreeper is highly invasive and damaging in the United States, causing the death of trees and forests in urban areas. As a juvenile plant, it can climb up to 66 feet with support, but as an adult, it typically grows to be 5-15 feet tall without support. It can also be cultivated as a shrub, reaching a height of about 2 feet, or as a ground cover, growing less than 1 foot tall.
Common names
Climbing Euonymus, Wintercreeper, Spreading EuonymusHow to care for Climbing Euonymus
Difficulty
Climbing Euonymus requires a bit more attention and knowledge to thrive, making it a suitable plant for those with some gardening experience.
Water
Climbing Euonymus should be watered regularly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.
Soil
Climbing Euonymus loves a well-draining soil. Perlite and vermiculite help with drainage, while coco coir adds organic matter, so a good potting soil mix will have all three. You can improve store-bought soil by adding some perlite to it.
Dormancy
During the cold period, it is common for Climbing Euonymus to go dormant and their growth may slow down, so waterings should be spaced out more during this period.
Toxicity
Climbing Euonymus is poisonous if ingested. We suggest keeping this plant out of reach if you have children, cats, or dogs in the home.
Fertilizer
The growth of Climbing Euonymus is not rapid and it doesn't necessitate any extra fertilization. By replacing its potting soil once a year, it should receive ample nutrition. It is important to note that plants obtain their energy from the sun's rays, not from fertilizers.
Region of origin
Climbing Euonymus’s native range is E. Asia - China, Japan, Korea.
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