Purple Wintercreeper (Euonymus fortunei ‘Coloratus’) – Evergreen Groundcover for Shade, Slopes & Year‑Round Coverage
Purple Wintercreeper is a hardy, evergreen groundcover that solves multiple landscape challenges at once. It spreads quickly to form a dense, low carpet in sun or shade, stabilizes slopes with its strong root system, and develops a rich purple tint in colder weather for added seasonal interest. Its versatility allows it to function as a groundcover, edging plant, foundation accent, or even a climbing vine for vertical coverage.

Key Features:
• Evergreen foliage with a purple tint in cold weather
• Grows 6–9 inches tall and spreads by rooting stems
• Functions as groundcover, edging, foundation planting, or climbing vine
• Thrives in sun or partial shade
• Low‑maintenance and adaptable to many soil types
• Excellent for erosion control on slopes and banks

Common Questions:
• What problem does Purple Wintercreeper solve? It covers bare ground in sun or shade, stabilizes slopes, replaces turf in low‑maintenance areas, and provides evergreen color year‑round.
• Will it grow in shade? Yes, it performs well in both full sun and partial shade.
• Does it climb? Yes, it can climb walls, fences, chimneys, and trellises when allowed.
• Is it drought tolerant? Once established, it requires minimal watering.
• How fast does it spread? It spreads steadily by rooting stems, forming a dense mat over time.
• Is it invasive? It can spread aggressively if not pruned; trimming keeps it controlled.

Description:
Purple Wintercreeper (Euonymus fortunei ‘Coloratus’) is a durable evergreen groundcover valued for its ability to thrive in a wide range of conditions. Its glossy green leaves turn a deep purple in cold weather, adding winter interest. The plant spreads by rooting along the stems, creating a thick, weed‑suppressing carpet ideal for slopes, banks, and shaded areas where other plants struggle. Its versatility also makes it useful as edging, foundation planting, or a climbing vine for vertical accents.

Planting & Care:
• Spacing: Plant 18 inches apart; 100 plants cover up to 225 sq. ft.
• Soil: Prefers well‑drained soil but adapts to most soil types
• Sun: Full sun to partial shade
• Water: Water regularly during establishment; drought‑tolerant afterward
• Fertilizer: Apply a balanced slow‑release fertilizer in spring
• Maintenance: Prune to control spread or shape, especially if used as a climber

Seasonal Notes:
• Evergreen foliage provides year‑round color
• Purple winter tint adds seasonal interest
• Cold‑hardy and resilient in many climates

Ideal Uses:
• Groundcover for sun or shade
• Edging along paths and sidewalks
• Erosion control on slopes and hillsides
• Foundation planting
• Climbing vine for walls, chimneys, fences, or trellises
• Low‑maintenance lawn substitute
Explore more options in our Evergreen Groundcovers collection, including Vinca Minor for shaded areas needing fast coverage.

Order Purple Wintercreeper:
Enhance your landscape with the resilient, evergreen coverage of Purple Wintercreeper from Greenwood Nursery. Its versatility, durability, and year‑round color make it an excellent choice for slopes, foundations, and low‑maintenance groundcover areas.

Shipping Information:
• Available Sizes: 3.5‑inch/pint pots (1 plant) and bare‑root bundles (25 plants)
• Restrictions: Cannot ship to IN, ME, MD, or NY

Related Collections:
• Evergreen Groundcovers
• Fast‑Growing Groundcovers
• Erosion‑Control Plants
• Shade‑Loving Plants