winter creeper
Euonymus fortunei
winter creeper (Euonymus fortunei) is a Colorado-native perennial suited to the Colorado Front Range. It matures to about 36 in tall and 18–24 in wide, needs medium water, and prefers full sun to part. Fire-wise zone 1-2 perennial; ignitability rating 8.0/10.
Colorado nativemedium water36 in tall and 18–24 in wideXeric / water-wiseDeer-resistantToxic to dogs
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At a glance
- Botanical name
- Euonymus fortunei
- Type
- Perennial
- Mature size
- 36 in tall and 18–24 in wide
- Water needs
- medium water
- Sun
- full sun to part
- Colorado native
- Yes
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Soil
- clay, loam, sandy
- Soil pH
- 6.5–8.0
- Hail tolerance
- high
- Wind tolerance
- high
- Salt tolerance
- moderate
- Bloom color
- white, green
- Bloom time
- mid spring
- Pollinator value
- high
- Good for
- slope
Planting & establishment
Deep-water first season to establish, then minimal water needed.
Frequently asked questions
- Is winter creeper good for the Colorado Front Range?
- Yes. winter creeper is included in the Front Range Plant Finder as a perennial suited to Colorado's Front Range.
- How big does winter creeper get?
- It matures to about 36 in tall and 18–24 in wide.
- How much water does winter creeper need?
- It needs medium water once established.
- Is winter creeper safe for dogs?
- No — winter creeper is considered toxic to dogs. Keep pets away and check with your vet.
