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EUONYMUS fortunei 'Emerald 'n' Gold'
Commonly known as Evergreen bittersweet, Spindle tree
Foliage variegated gold & green
Further Reading....
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Evergreen - leaves tinged pink in winter.
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Height - 1m (39in). Will climb if supported. -
Spread - 1.5m (5ft)
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Ground cover - These plants are typically low growing and spread quickly to inhibit weed growth on areas of bare soil - bushy shrub.
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Hardy - cold winter - Hardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters. May not withstand open/exposed sites or central/northern locations. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F) -
Full sun - shelter from cold winds. -
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Harmful if eaten - These will give you an upset tummy, so please don't eat any of these. -
Additional Features - Good to know - species introduced into UK in 1860 by Robert Fortune (Scottish plant hunter) -
Pests & Diseases - caterpillars, vine weevil, scale insects, powdery mildew, leaf spot. -
Place of origin - garden origin. -
Hardiness - Fully hardy
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Leaf colour (if not green) - Gold variegated
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Soil Conditions - Well drained, dry, poor to moderately fertile soil
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Wildlife - Rabbit Resistant
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Hedging - Box Alternatives
EUONYMUS fortunei 'Emerald Gaiety'
Evergreen bittersweet
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Evergreen bittersweet
Available from £12.50
EUONYMUS fortunei 'Harlequin'
Evergreen bittersweet
Available from £12.50
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Evergreen bittersweet
Available from £12.50
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