Euonymus alatus 'Little Moses'
A wall of fiery autumn colour
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Euonymus alatus 'Little Moses'
- Transforming the landscape with ease, this euonymus showcases deciduous green leaves reliably transforming into a brilliant, fiery red every autumn. This characteristic ensures it stands out as a true horticultural masterpiece.
- This euonymus is characterised by its compact, slow-growing, and wonderfully neat growth habit. Furthermore, its fascinating, corky winged bark providing fantastic structural interest during winter provides brilliant visual interest even when not in flower.
- You'll achieve breathtaking results by planting Euonymus alatus 'Little Moses' in almost any soil type, happily tolerating full sun, deep shade, and exposed coastal sites. Once established, it proves incredibly resilient and requires minimal ongoing maintenance.
- Ecology meets elegance, as Euonymus alatus 'Little Moses' reliably attracts small birds and insects seeking protective cover all year round. This makes it a fantastic, dramatic focal point for small urban garden spaces.
- This is a euonymus with a brilliant story: the name euonymus originates from ancient Greek mythology, translating to 'of good name' or 'lucky'. In classic folklore, it was frequently planted near entrances to ward off misfortune.
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Will this grow in my garden?
Can I grow this in a pot?
Yes, Euonymus alatus 'Little Moses' can be grown in a pot, provided you use a suitably sized container with good drainage.
How big does it get?
The Euonymus alatus 'Little Moses' usually grows to a mature height and spread of 0.8 to 1.2 metres.
How much sunlight does this need?
The Euonymus alatus 'Little Moses' prefers full sun to partial shade, requiring about 4 to 6 hours of direct sunlight per day.
What kind of soil does this plant prefer?
Euonymus alatus 'Little Moses' prefers well-drained soil of any type.
How much watering does this plant need?
The Euonymus alatus 'Little Moses' requires moderate watering, needing about 2.5 centimetres of water per week.
Will this plant need pruning?
No, the Euonymus alatus 'Little Moses' does not strictly require pruning, although you may remove dead or damaged branches if necessary. If you do prune, ensure temperatures are above 5 degrees Celsius to avoid frost damage.
How hardy is this plant?
Euonymus alatus 'Little Moses' is fully hardy throughout the UK with an RHS rating of H6, enduring temperatures down to -20°C.
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