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A vigorous low growing shrub covered with large (4-8 cm across) dark, evergreen leaves. Numerous violet-blue flowers growing from the axils sprinkle the plant from April till June and in smaller amounts for the rest of summer.

The most vigorous of all euonymus. Large, 6 cm across, evergreen glossy leaves turn deep scarlet in autumn and become green again in spring. This change of colours provides year round interest and enlivens the garden. A perfect groundcover plant for sunny, semi- shady or even shady sites, especially for large areas. Plant 5 plants per square meter. Very good frost-hardiness.

An ornamental climber, supporting itself by means of aerial roots. White flowers are borne in large, flattened cymes. Leaves heart-shaped, dark green, turning yellow in autumn. Though slow-growing (0,5m of annual growth), it eventually reaches 6m.
Superb species for partially shady or shady positions, walls, tree trunks and as a groundcover. Best in moist and acid soils.
Pruning: moderate, only when needed.

Small, 3 cm across, deep green leaves with irregular white margins. Stems creep along the ground, creating an effect of a green-white wave. Plant between 7 and 10 plants per square meter. It can freeze during harsh winters.

Small, 3 cm across, green leaves with bright yellow margins. The variegation disappears when grown in deep shade. Stems are erect to semi-erect and will grow even up to 2 m high when planted near a support (a fence or a tree). If trimmed, they will spread forming a dense mat. May be used to protect the base of the clematis plants from the sun. Plant between 7 and 10 ...

Small, 3 cm across, deep green leaves with a bright yellow center. The form is spreading in habit and doesn't need pruning. It's suitable for growing over large areas, filling up space between taller shrubs, or creating edgings. It grows well both in sun and light shade, forming an attractive green-yellow carpet. Plant between 5 to 8 plants per square meter. One of the frost hardiest forms of Euonymus.

This vigorous and spreading climber is recognized as one of the hardiest ivy cultivars. Reaches a height of over 20m (1m of annual growth). Notable for its glossy dark green leathery leaves with white veins. It attaches itself to supports by aerial roots.
The plant's longevity makes it particularly suitable for growing over pergolas, walls and fences thus creating evergreen cover, as well as for climbing up a big ...

An evergreen dwarf shrub that spreads over the ground forming a dense mat. Small, 3 cm across, deep green leaves. Stems grow between 30 and 80 cm annually. It bears attractive flowers that vary in colour: blue in the species and blue, purple and white in the cultivars. It’s best grown in partial shade or shade and in moderately moist soil. Plant 10 plants per square meter. Sufficiently frost-hardy.

An evergreen dwarf shrub that spreads over the ground forming a dense mat. Small, 3 cm across, deep green leaves. Stems grow about 30-80 cm annually. Attractive violet-purple flowers. It’s best grown in partial shade or shade and in moderately moist soil. Plant 10 plants per square meter. Sufficiently frost-hardy.

White flowers from April to September. Evergreen, deep green foliage. Stems grow between 30 and 80 cm annually and spread covering the ground with a dense mat. It’s best grown in partial shade or shade and in moderately moist soil. Plant 10 plants per square meter. Sufficiently frost-hardy.

Blue flowers from April to September. Evergreen, deep green foliage. It's one of the best ground covering forms. Stems grow between 30 and 80 cm annually and spread as a dense mat. It’s best grown in partial shade or shade and in moderately moist soil. Plant 10 plants per square meter. Sufficiently frost-hardy.

Double, blue flowers from April to September. Evergreen, deep green foliage. Stems grow between 30 and 80 cm annually and spread forming a dense mat. It’s best grown in partial shade or shade and in moderately moist soil. Plant 10 plants per square meter. Sufficiently frost-hardy.

A very attractive form bearing blue flowers from April to September. Evergreen, deep green leaves edged with white. Stems grow between 30 and 80 cm annually and spread as a dense mat. It’s one of the best ground covering forms. It’s best grown in partial shade or shade and in moderately moist soil. It’s very good also on sun. Plant 10 plants per square meter. Sufficiently frost-hardy.

The most compact variety creating very low cover (5-10 cm height). Small evergreen leaves (1-1.5 cm) are dark with light green venation and turn red in autumn. It climbs over supports by means of rootlets. It thrives in every average, moderately moist but well-drained soil, acidic to moderately alkaline. Does not tolerate wet soil, sustains temporary draughts and urban conditions. Thrives in sunny, semi-shaded or even shady sites. Frost hardy ...

A vigorous, semi-evergreen species reaching 3m (1m of annual growth) on a suitable support. Interesting, green with yellow veins leaves. Flowers small, white, changing to yellow with age from June to October. Berries small, purplish-black with a light waxy bloom. Succeeds in mediocre soils, but may freeze during severe winters.
Best planted in sheltered or half-shaded positions, both as a climber or a groundcover. Well suited for scrambling over ...

A rampant species reaching up to 5m (1-2m of annual growth) on a suitable support. Flowers white, changing to yellow, very fragrant, produced continuously on the young growths from June to October. Exceptionally floriferous. Semi-evergreen leaves on vigorous shoots. The stems twine around the supports. Performs well in moderate soils and in partial shade. It may freeze during severe winters.
An excellent climber for covering large spaces, tall ...

A vigorous species reaching up to 4m (1m of annual growth) on a suitable support. Evergreen leaves turn purple in autumn and winter. Flowers small, white, changing to yellow with age.
Succeeds in moderate soils and in partial shade. It may freeze during severe winters.
An excellent climber for covering large spaces, tall fences and tree stumps. Makes good ground cover.

An ornamental climber, supporting itself by means of aerial roots. White flowers are borne in large, flattened cymes. Attractive heart-shaped, slivery glaucous leaves turn yellow in autumn. Though slow-growing (0,5m of annual growth), it eventually reaches 6m.
Superb species for partially shady or shady positions, walls, tree trunks and as ground cover.