Euonymus alatus

A shrub known for its superb red autumn colour, Euonymus alatus is a slow growing and also has distinctive corky 'wings' on its branchlets. The leaves are bright green and turn spectacular shades of crimson-scarlet in autumn and under favourable conditions can last on the plant for several weeks before falling.

Small numbers of vivid purplish-red fruit appear on the branches when mature. Superb medium sized shrub for creating a vivid display of autumn colour in your garden!

• Position: Full sun or partial shade.
• Soil: Any fertile soil.
• >Hardiness: Hardy.
• Flowering Period:July - August.
• Flower Colour:Pale yellow
• Rate of Growth: Slow to moderate.
• Habit: Euonymus alatus  grows to be a medium sized, densely branching shrub.
  • Height: 2.5 m (8 ft).
  • Spread: 3 m (10 ft).

• Notes: Although Euonymus alatus does produce ornamental fruit, Euonymus phellomanus or Euonymus planipes are a much better choice if you prefer a plant with ornamental fruit, rather than autumn colour.