Euonymus bravo is an evergreen shrub that can grow up to 10 feet tall. It has small, dark green leaves and a dense, compact habit. This plant is native to the southeastern United States and is commonly used as a hedge or foundation plant. euonymus bravo is tolerant of a wide range of soil conditions and is relatively drought-tolerant once established.
Related plant:
Euonymus Japonicus Aureus
Related plant:
Emerald N Gold Euonymus
About soil condition, euonymus are not very demanding. They are content with almost any well-drained soil, including heavy clay soils. They also tolerate intolerant sites, including full sun and full shade, as well as salt and pollution.
Just like other euonymus species, euonymus alatus 'Bravo' prefer full sun to partial shade locations in the garden. They are however, more tolerant of shade than other species. They will also grow well in most any type of soil as long as it is well-drained.
The temperature condition that is most favorable for euonymus bravo is moderate humidity and temperatures ranging from 60-70 degrees Fahrenheit. However, this plant can also tolerate high humidity and temperatures up to 80 degrees Fahrenheit.
Ideal humidity condition for this plant is between 40 to 60%. If the air is too dry, the leaves will curl and drop off. If the air is too moist, leaves will become yellow and will eventually drop off as well.
Discussing fertilizer, usually the plant food we think about is for the leaves and above ground growth. However, for euonymus fertilizer should be applied to the root zone. This is the area approximately 6 inches out from the trunk of the plant and to the dripline where the euonymus roots extend. When fertilizing, use a general purpose granular fertilizer such as 10-10-10. Apply the fertilizer in early spring before new growth begins.
Pruning euonymus is best done in late winter or early spring before new growth begins. Euonymus can be pruned quite severely without damage. In fact, many gardeners prefer to prune euonymus quite heavily to keep it from becoming too large or leggy.
Propagation is best done in the spring or fall. Cuttings can be taken from young, healthy plants and rooted in moist sand. The cuttings should be at least 4 inches long and the bottom leaves should be removed. Once the cuttings are in the sand, water well and keep in a bright, warm location out of direct sunlight. In 4-6 weeks, the cuttings should have rooted and can be transplanted into pots.
Usually, the plant growth rate when the soil is well-drained. If the drainage is impeded, the growth rate will be reduced. In order to achieve the best growth rate, it is important to ensure that the roots have access to oxygen.
Common problems for this kind of plant are leaf spot, root rot, powdery mildew, scale and caterpillars. Leaf spot is a fungal disease that causes brown or black spots on the leaves. Root rot is a fungal disease that causes the roots to rot. Powdery mildew is a fungal disease that causes a white powdery growth on the leaves. Scale is an insect that sucks the sap from the leaves and stems. Caterpillars are the larvae of moths and butterflies and they eat the leaves.
Source:
Euonymus Scale | University of Maryland Extension - UMD
Euonymus alatus - North Carolina State University
Euonymus caterpillars - MSU Extension
