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    Euonymus alatus 'Monstrosa'

    Also Known As

    • Euonymus alatus 'Monstrosus'
    • Monstrosa Burning Bush
    • Monstrosa Cork Bush
    • Monstrosa Winged Euonymus

    Plant type

    shrub

    size

    • H: 10'-6'
    • W: 6'-6'

    planting zones

    • 4a-9b

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    Euonymus alatus 'Monstrosa' plant details

    Euonymus alatus 'Monstrosa' is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In summer green flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in acidic, alkaline, average, clay, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Euonymus alatus 'Monstrosa'

    Plant type: shrub
    Plant family: celastraceae
    Foliage: deciduous green
    Mature size: 6 FT - 6 FT - wide, 10 FT - 6 FT - tall
    Flowers: green blooms in summer
    Uses: fall color

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Euonymus alatus 'Monstrosa'

    USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
    Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
    Watering frequency: regular - low
    Resistant to: heat and humidity
    Soil needs: acidic, alkaline, average, clay, gritty and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    The twigs of this remarkable 15-20' shrub have pronounced corky wings that are especially interesting in the winter time after the spectacular pink-red autumn leaves have dropped to them off; this shrub has an elegant horizontal branching pattern and the branches are lovely when used in floral arrangements. S/M.

    By: Forestfarm

    A vigorous, deciduous shrub well known for flaming scarlet foliage in fall. Green in summer. Most distinctive are the "corky" wings, or ridges, along major branches, providing visual interest in winter.

    By: Greer Gardens Inc.

    Gardening facts about Euonymus alatus 'Monstrosa' plant

    How to Grow Euonymus alatus 'Monstrosa'

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - mostly shade

    • Water Needs

      • regular - drought tolerant

    • Soil Needs

      • clay
      • acidic
      • alkaline
      • adaptable
      • average
      • well-drained
      • gritty

    • Special Situation

      • heat tolerant
      • humidity tolerant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • green

    • Fruit

      • red

    • Flower Season

      • summer

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous

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    aka Euonymus fortunei 'Colorata', Colorata Wintercreeper, Coloratus Wintercreeper, Purple Leaf Wintercreeper

    Plant Type

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    Zones

    5a-9b

    Size

    Height: 12"-18"

    Width: 24"-36"

    • sun - mostly shade
    • regular
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    Euonymus carnosus

    aka Fleshy-flowered Spindletree

    Plant Type

    Tree, Shrub

    Zones

    4a-9b

    Size

    Height: 8'-15'

    Width: 6'-12'

    • sun - mostly shade
    • regular - drought tolerant
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    Euonymus europaeus 'Red Ace'

    aka Euonymus europaeus 'Ace', European Spindle Tree, Red Ace Spindle Tree

    Plant Type

    Tree, Shrub

    Zones

    4a-9b

    Size

    Height: 8'-10'

    Width: 8'

    • sun - mostly shade
    • occasional
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    Plant Type

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    Zones

    5a-10b

    Size

    Height: 6"-10"

    Width: 36"-48"

    • sun - shade
    • regular - drought tolerant
    Photo of Euonymus fortunei 'Wolong Ghost' foliage, form by Little Prince of Oregon
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    Euonymus fortunei 'Emerald 'n' Gold'

    aka Euonymus 'Emerald and Gold' std, Euonymus fortunei 'Emerald & Gold', Euonymus fortunei 'Emerald N Gold', Emerald 'n' Gold Wintercreeper, Emerald and Gold Spindle Tree

    Plant Type

    Shrub

    Zones

    5a-8b

    Size

    Height: 18"-3'

    Width: 2'-4'

    • sun - mostly shade
    • occasional - drought tolerant
    Photo of Euonymus fortunei 'Emerald 'n' Gold' foliage, form by Dancing Oaks Nursery
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