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Euonymus europaeus 'Red Cap'
Also Known As
- Euonymus europaeas 'Red Cap'
- Red Cap Spindle Tree
Plant type
tree, shrub
size
- H: 12'-25'
- W: 12'-25'
planting zones
- 4a-7b
Euonymus europaeus 'Red Cap' plant details
Euonymus europaeus 'Red Cap' is a broadleaf deciduous shrub or tree with green foliage. In spring green flowers emerge followed by orange, pink and red fruit. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and occasional water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in alkaline and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Euonymus europaeus 'Red Cap'
- Plant type: shrub or tree
- Plant family: celastraceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 12 FT - 25 FT - wide, 12 FT - 25 FT - tall
- Flowers: green blooms in spring
- Uses: fall color
GROWING CONDITIONS for Euonymus europaeus 'Red Cap'
- USDA Zones: 4a - 7b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: occasional
- Soil needs: alkaline and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Forestfarm
By: Greer Gardens Inc.
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Gardening facts about Euonymus europaeus 'Red Cap' plant
How to Grow Euonymus europaeus 'Red Cap'
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- occasional
Soil Needs
- alkaline
- adaptable
- well-drained
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- green
Fruit
- pink
- red
- orange
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- deciduous
Landscape groups by tags
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Plant Type
Shrub, Groundcover
Zones
5a-9b
Size
Height: 12"-18"
Width: 24"-36"
- sun - mostly shade
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Plant Type
Tree, Shrub
Zones
4a-9b
Size
Height: 8'-15'
Width: 6'-12'
- sun - mostly shade
- regular - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Tree, Shrub
Zones
4a-9b
Size
Height: 8'-10'
Width: 8'
- sun - mostly shade
- occasional
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Plant Type
Shrub, Groundcover, Vine
Zones
5a-10b
Size
Height: 6"-10"
Width: 36"-48"
- sun - shade
- regular - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
5a-8b
Size
Height: 18"-3'
Width: 2'-4'
- sun - mostly shade
- occasional - drought tolerant
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