Product Description
Euonymus fortunei 'Acutus' (3.5-inch pot)
Common Name: Wintercreeper
- Height: 12-24 Inches
- Spread: 2-3 Feet
- Space 12-18 inches apart.
- Hardiness Zone: 5-8
- Full Sun to Shade
- Tough Ground Cover
- Only newer growth turn Burgundy in Winter
- Best used in areas where it can be managed.
- Use for large hard to cover areas.
Euonymus fortuneii 'Acutus', also known as Wintercreeper, is an evergreen groundcover that is easy to grow and care for. It is tolerant of a wide range of conditions, including full sun to partial shade, moist to well-drained soil, and a variety of pH levels. It is also deer and rabbit resistant.
Euonymus fortuneii 'Acutus' is trailing groundcover with 1" - 1½", green leaves. New tip growth turns burgundy in the Fall. Stems root along nodes. It is a tough ground cover that will grow in most any condition.
- Excellent for erosion control.
- Rapid growth habit.
- Tolerates any well drained soil conditions.
- Drought tolerant once established.
- Euonymus 'Acutus' will climb low walls.
- Not a good choice for a groundcover with shrubs due to its climbing nature.
- Mature height up to 2', spread 3', climbs 20'
- Water regularly, first year after planting.
- Fertilize lightly in spring or fall.
- Prune in late winter or early spring to maintain the desired shape.
Create a Lush, Green Carpet with 'Acutus' Euonymus!
Euonymus fortunei 'Acutus', also known as Upright Euonymus or Spreading Euonymus, is a versatile and reliable evergreen groundcover prized for its dense, upright growth habit and glossy green foliage. It is an excellent choice for creating a low-maintenance, weed-suppressing carpet in your landscape.
'Acutus' distinguishes itself from other Euonymus fortunei varieties with its more upright and less vining growth habit. While it can still climb if given support, it naturally forms a dense, mounding groundcover. Its small, oval, glossy leaves emerge a vibrant light green in spring, maturing to a rich, dark green that provides year-round interest. In colder climates, the leaves may develop a reddish or purplish tint in winter. 'Acutus' is a tough and adaptable plant, tolerating a wide range of conditions.
Details:
- Mature Size: 1-2 feet tall and spreading indefinitely
- Leaf Color: Light green in spring, maturing to dark green; may develop reddish or purplish tints in winter
- Growth Habit: Upright, mounding, spreading groundcover
- Light Needs: Full sun to partial shade
- Soil Needs: Well-drained, adaptable to various soil types
- Hardiness Zones: 4-9 (USDA)
- Special Features: Evergreen, dense growth habit (excellent weed suppressor), adaptable, low maintenance
Planting:
- Timing: Plant in spring or fall for best results.
- Location: Choose a location with full sun to partial shade. 'Acutus' tolerates a variety of light conditions but thrives in areas that receive at least a few hours of sunlight daily.
- Soil Preparation: While 'Acutus' adapts to various soil types, amending the soil with compost or other organic matter will improve drainage and fertility, promoting healthier growth.
- Spacing: Space plants 18-24 inches apart to create a dense groundcover. Closer spacing will result in faster coverage.
- Planting Depth: Plant at the same depth as the nursery container.
- Watering: Water thoroughly after planting and regularly until it is established.
Care:
- Watering: Once established, 'Acutus' is relatively drought-tolerant, but it will look its best with consistent moisture. Water deeply during prolonged dry spells.
- Fertilizing: Apply a balanced fertilizer in spring to promote vigorous growth. Avoid over-fertilizing.
- Pruning: Minimal pruning is typically required. Trim any stray stems or prune lightly to maintain shape and control spread. Pruning is best done in late winter or early spring.
- Mulching: Apply a layer of mulch around the plants to retain moisture, suppress weeds, and protect the shallow roots.
- Pest and Disease Control: 'Acutus' is generally pest and disease resistant. However, watch for common garden pests like scale insects or spider mites.
Uses in the Garden:
- Groundcover: Ideal for creating a low-maintenance, weed-suppressing groundcover in challenging areas like slopes or under trees.
- Erosion Control: The dense root system helps stabilize slopes and prevent erosion.
- Foundation Plantings: Can be used as a low-growing foundation planting around homes or other structures.
- Hedging: Can be pruned into a low hedge.
- Topiary: While less common, it can be trained into topiary forms.
Create a beautiful and functional groundcover with the versatile and easy-care Euonymus fortunei 'Acutus'!
Other Details
The most important part of the plant is its root system. Healthy roots are the foundation of a healthy, vibrant plant. The type of plug container used is based on the specific needs of the plants. Perennials offered as bare root traditionally perform better when planted as bare root.Planted in a specialized mix, potted plants have well established root systems. Top growth stage will vary depending on the current life cycle and time of year when shipped. In Winter and early Spring dormant plants may be shipped. Dormant plants may be planted right away, even before the last frost date.
Most bare root varieties are field grown for at least one season, though Hemerocallis and Hosta are grown for two seasons. The bulk of the soil is removed during the harvesting process and the tops of most varieties are trimmed back to the crown. They are graded, packed in shredded aspen or sphagnum moss and stored in freezers until ready to be shipped.
See our Container Sizes and Bare Root Perennials pages for more information.
Plant information and care is provided in the Overview section, Plant Genus Page and general information is provided in the Planting Care & Guides. Additional questions can be asked on each Plant page.
Plant Spacing: Using the maximum mature spread or width of a plant to guide spacing, ensures space to grow to full size. To fill an area sooner, plant them closer together. Just remember, future thinning or transplanting may be needed.
Water: Keep a close eye on newly planted perennials, especially throughout the first growing year. Most early plant loss is due to too much or too little water!
