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Euonymus carnosus

Also Known As

  • Fleshy-flowered Spindletree

Plant type

tree, shrub

size

  • H: 8'-15'
  • W: 6'-12'

planting zones

  • 4a-9b

Euonymus carnosus plant details

Euonymus carnosus is a broadleaf deciduous shrub or tree with green foliage. In spring cream flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Features glossy texture. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in alkaline and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Euonymus carnosus

Plant type: shrub or tree
Plant family: celastraceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 6 FT - 12 FT - wide, 8 FT - 15 FT - tall
Flowers: cream blooms in spring
Uses: fall color, small tree

GROWING CONDITIONS for Euonymus carnosus

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: alkaline and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A small tree, with lustrous green leaves that turn ruby pink in late autumn. Creamy white flowers (carnosus = flesh colored, if you're Caucasian, I guess) which are then followed by showy red seed pods. Native to northern China, it reaches 12 to 15' in height, and likes average to well drained soil.

Gardening facts about Euonymus carnosus plant

How to Grow Euonymus carnosus

  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Soil Needs

    • alkaline
    • adaptable
    • well-drained

Features

  • Fruit

    • red
  • Flower Color

    • cream
  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Texture

    • glossy
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Wildlife

    • birds
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