Evergreen Euonymus (Euonymus japonica)

Evergreen Euonymus
Scientific Name: Euonymus japonica L. f.
Family: Celestraceae

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Euonymus japonica 'gold spot'

Recommended Temperature Zone:
sunset: 4-20, 28-31
USDA: 8b-10

Frost Protection: Hardy in Phoenix

Heat Tolerance: Good

Sun Exposure: Full sun to light shade

Growth Habits: Evergreen bush to 10 feet tall (3 m), 6 feet spread (1.8 m)

Watering Needs: Moderate water

Cultural Practices:
Easily attacked by mildew, treat regularly, as you would for rose bushes

Propagation:
The seeds need to be stratified for several months (keep them in the bottom of your fridge), still the germination is often poor. Use semi-hardwood cuttings in summer, or hardwood cuttings in the fall.

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