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    EUONYMUS fortunei 'Harlequin'
    © Burncoose Nurseries, all pictures for illustrative purposes only.
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    EUONYMUS fortunei 'Harlequin'

    Commonly known as Evergreen bittersweet, Spindle tree

    Compact grower with silver variegated foliage and pure white young shoots
     
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    • Good to know
      Species introduced into the UK in 1860 by Robert Fortune (Scottish plant-hunter). Will climb vigorously if supported, against a wall or through a tree
    • Pests & Diseases
      Caterpillars, vine weevil, scale insects, powdery mildew, leaf spot.
    • Place of origin
      Garden origin.
    • Evergreen
      Oval, toothed, thinly leathery leaves usually to about 5cm (2in) long
    • Suitable for small gardens
    • Fully hardy
    • Silver variegated
      Pink-tinged in winter
    • Crenate
    • Height
      60cm (24in)
    • Spread
      1m (39in)
    • Dwarf shrub
      Typically only grows to a maximum of one or two feet in height but there will be some exceptions.
      Dense, spreading shrub
    • Ground cover
      These plants are typically low growing and spread quickly to inhibit weed growth on areas of bare soil
    • Pruning group 5
      Suitable for: Evergreen shrubs that require minimal pruning.
      Action: Trim or lightly cut back shoots that spoil symmetry. Deadhead regularly.
      When: Annually after flowering.

    • 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)
    • Autumn Seasonal Interest
    • Spring Seasonal Interest
    • Summer Seasonal Interest
    • Winter Seasonal Interest
    • Well drained, dry, poor to moderately fertile soil
    • Full sun
      Shelter from cold winds.
    • Partial shade
    • harmful if eaten
      (People & Pets)
    • Rabbit Resistant
    • Mature Size
      60cm (24in)
      		 Dwarf Shrub - guide for size not form Watering Can
        1m (39in)
      		  
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