Euonymus fortunei Emerald 'n' Gold

Euonymus fortunei 'Emerald 'n' Gold' – Supplied in a 1-Litre Pot

Plant Highlights: Bright green and golden-yellow variegated foliage • Evergreen year-round interest • Compact, spreading habit • Excellent for borders, ground cover and containers • Easy to maintain

Overview

Euonymus fortunei 'Emerald 'n' Gold' is a reliable evergreen shrub grown for its vibrant variegated foliage. The small, glossy leaves have rich green centres with bright golden-yellow margins, bringing year-round colour and contrast to the garden. During colder weather, the foliage may develop attractive pink or bronze tints, adding further seasonal interest.

Its naturally dense, spreading habit makes it an excellent choice for the front of borders, low hedging, banks, ground cover and patio containers. It can also be trained against a wall or fence if support is provided.

Plant Details

Growing Guide

Plant in fertile, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. The brightest foliage colour is usually achieved in a sunny position, although it also performs well in light shade. Water regularly during the first growing season while establishing, then during prolonged dry periods.

Apply a mulch in spring to help retain soil moisture and suppress weeds, keeping it clear of the stems.

Pruning

Trim lightly in late spring or summer to maintain a compact shape or encourage denser growth. Remove any plain green shoots that may occasionally appear to preserve the variegated foliage.

Good to Know

This versatile shrub can be grown as a compact mound, used as evergreen ground cover or lightly trained against a support. Its colourful foliage provides dependable structure and contrast throughout the year.

Product Information

• Supplied in a 1-litre pot.
• Evergreen shrub with bright variegated foliage.
• Suitable for borders, low hedging, containers and ground cover.
• Best grown in full sun or partial shade in well-drained soil.