Sunrise Wintercreeper

Euonymus fortunei 'Sunrise'

Pronunciation: yoo-ON-ih-mus for-TU-ne-i
SKU #01920
4-8

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Striking variegation is lemon yellow on young leaves, maturing to rich golden yellow against the deep green centers. Plant en masse for a bright, colorful groundcover or to line driveways and walkways. Highly resistant to Anthracnose leaf disease. Evergreen.
LIGHT: Full sun
WATER: Water when top 3 inches of soil is dry.
SIZE: Moderate growing, low, spreading shrub; reaches 2 ft. tall, 4 ft. wide.

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This Plant's Growing Zones: 4-8

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Bloom TimeInconspicuous; prized for foliage.
Deciduous/EvergreenEvergreen
Special FeaturesDramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Improved Pest and Disease Resistance, Waterwise
Problems/SolutionsCoastal Exposure, Erosion Control, Drought Tolerant
Growth RateModerate
Patent ActAsexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent.
Landscape UseBarrier, Border, Hedge, Ground Cover
Design IdeasA 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.
Flower ColorGreen
Foliage ColorVariegated
Companion PlantsJuniper (Juniperus); Weigela (Weigela); Spirea (Spiraea); Potentilla (Potentilla); Boxwood (Buxus)
Care InstructionsAdaptable 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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Bloom TimeInconspicuous; prized for foliage.
Deciduous/EvergreenEvergreen
Special FeaturesDramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Improved Pest and Disease Resistance, Waterwise
Problems/SolutionsCoastal Exposure, Erosion Control, Drought Tolerant
Growth RateModerate
Patent ActAsexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent.
Style
Landscape UseBarrier, Border, Hedge, Ground Cover
Design IdeasA 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.
Flower ColorGreen
Foliage ColorVariegated
Companion PlantsJuniper (Juniperus); Weigela (Weigela); Spirea (Spiraea); Potentilla (Potentilla); Boxwood (Buxus)
Care
Care InstructionsAdaptable 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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in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.

We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.