Euonymus fortunei 'Harlequin'
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The newly emerging foliage of this tough, ground-covering semi-evergreen, is often mainly creamy white, and this means it really stands out against a sea of green in the border. As it becomes fully developed however, the green splotches become more predominant, but it still maintains attractive variegations. Then, as the temperatures start to drop, pink tinges creep into the mix, and these persist through the winter.
Euonymus fortunei 'Harlequin' is a terrific gap-filler for border edges, and it also makes a super plant for patio pots.
Euonymus fortunei 'Harlequin' is a terrific gap-filler for border edges, and it also makes a super plant for patio pots.
How to care for Euonymus fortunei Harlequin:
Plant in sun or partial shade in any well-drained soil, avoiding waterlogged spots. Water thoroughly after planting and during dry spells until established. Tip prune young plants in mid to late spring to encourage bushy growth and apply a 5-7cm (2-3in) mulch of well-rotted compost or manure around the base each spring to conserve moisture and feed the soil.
In variegated forms, remove any plain green-leaved shoots as soon as they appear, cutting them back to their origin to maintain colourful leaves. Lightly trim to shape in late spring or midsummer if needed, and feed with a balanced fertiliser in spring to promote healthy growth. Euonymus are hardy, but protection from cold, drying winds will prevent leaf scorch.
In variegated forms, remove any plain green-leaved shoots as soon as they appear, cutting them back to their origin to maintain colourful leaves. Lightly trim to shape in late spring or midsummer if needed, and feed with a balanced fertiliser in spring to promote healthy growth. Euonymus are hardy, but protection from cold, drying winds will prevent leaf scorch.
Eventual height:
0.6m
Eventual spread:
1m
Position:
Full sun / light shade
Rate of growth:
Average
Soil:
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness:
Fully hardy
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This shrub is semi-evergreen, so it can lose some of its leaves in winter. In colder regions or more exposed gardens, it may lose them all, but then fresh new foliage appears again in spring.
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Humans/Pets: Harmful if eaten
2 litre pot
£19.99
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