About
Euonymus fortunei, the winter creeper, is a trailing or climbing evergreen shrub with elliptic, rounded, dark-green, glossy leaves with distinctive veining. When mature, it produces flowers and small fruits, but is primarily valued as a ground-cover or self-clinging climber for walls and banks, tolerating shade well.
About the genus
Euonymus, the spindle trees, are deciduous or evergreen shrubs and small trees with simple leaves, small flowers, and ornamental capsular fruits that split to reveal brightly coloured seeds. Several species offer exceptional autumn colour.
Plant details
Suggested usesBorders, hedging, specimen planting.
Care notes
CultivationPlant in well-drained soil in sun or partial shade.
PruningPrune after flowering or in late winter for shape.
PropagationPropagate by division, cuttings, or seed as appropriate.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free. Monitor for common garden pests.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant. Ensure good air circulation.