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19 November 2008

Euonymus fortunei 'Silver Queen'

Euonymus fortunei 'Silver Queen'

Genus: Euonymus
Species: fortunei
Cultivar: 'Silver Queen'

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Category: Climbers & Wall Shrubs

Height: 3.00 m (300 cm)
Spread: 2.00 m (200 cm)

Form: Evergreen shrub
Hardiness: Fully hardy
Sun/Shade: Full sun to maintain best variegation
Soil Type: Poor to moderately nutritous, well drained.
Drought Tolerance: Drought tolerant (when established)

An upright form of Euonymus, E. ‘Silver Queen’ is useful for growing against a wall. The oval, evergreen, leathery leaves of Euonymus fortunei ‘Silver Queen’ are variegated mid-green with white borders.

During cold weather, the leaves are pink tinged. Euonymus fortunei ‘Silver Queen’ would be a useful addition to a winter garden.

 


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