Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Celastraceae

Genus:

Euonymus

Species:

Euonymus nanus

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Shrub

Height:

1-2 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

Medium

Bloom Months:

mar, apr, may, jun, jul, aug, sep, oct, nov

Bloom Colors:

pink, red

Ground Cover:

Yes

Landscaping Shrub:

Yes

Native Range

Canada: New Brunswick

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

well-drained, sandy to loamy soil

pH:

6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

native to rocky slopes and open woodlands