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Euonymus europaeus 'Atrorubens'
Also Known As
- Atrorubens European Spindle Tree
Plant type
shrub
size
- H: 8'-20'
- W: 6'-15'
planting zones
- 4a-9b
Euonymus europaeus 'Atrorubens' plant details
Euonymus europaeus 'Atrorubens' is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge followed by orange and pink fruit. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in alkaline, average, rich and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Euonymus europaeus 'Atrorubens'
- Plant type: shrub
- Plant family: celastraceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 6 FT - 15 FT - wide, 8 FT - 20 FT - tall
- Flowers: white blooms in spring
- Uses: cutting garden, fall color, hedge, windbreak
GROWING CONDITIONS for Euonymus europaeus 'Atrorubens'
- USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: regular - low
- Resistant to: deer
- Soil needs: alkaline, average, rich and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Forestfarm
Garden photo gallery of Euonymus europaeus 'Atrorubens'
Gardening facts about Euonymus europaeus 'Atrorubens' plant
How to Grow Euonymus europaeus 'Atrorubens'
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- alkaline
- adaptable
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- white
Wildlife
- birds
- deer resistant
Fruit
- pink
- orange
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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Plant Type
Shrub, Groundcover
Zones
5a-9b
Size
Height: 12"-18"
Width: 24"-36"
- sun - mostly shade
- regular
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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
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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
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Size
Height: 18"-3'
Width: 2'-4'
- sun - mostly shade
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