Euonymus fortunei Emerald Gold

Euonymus fortunei 'Emerald 'n' Gold' is an evergreen, ornamental shrub in the Celastraceae family, very popular in landscaping for its brightly colored foliage , compact form and easy maintenance. It can be grown as a small shrub, ground cover or even a climbing plant.

🔹 Botanical characteristics:

• Habit: Low to medium-growing shrub, often creeping or slightly climbing if supported. Can reach 40–60 cm in height , but even more over time if left free.

• Leaves: Oval, glossy , deep green with golden yellow edges . In winter, the leaves may take on pink or reddish hues, especially in cold areas.

• Flowers: Small, whitish-green, insignificant from a decorative point of view , appear in summer.

• Fruits: Rarely present in culture; small seed capsules.

🔹 Recommended growing conditions:

• Light: It adapts well to both full sun and partial shade . In direct sun, the leaf color is more intense.

• Soil: Soil tolerant – prefers well-drained soil, but adapts to different soil types, including poorly fertile.

• Watering: Moderate – drought tolerant after establishment, but grows better with regular watering during dry periods.

• Temperature: Very frost resistant. Tolerant of pollution and urban winds. E It is a very cold-resistant shrub, being able to tolerate temperatures down to -20°C or even lower if it is well acclimatized and planted in well-drained soil.

• Pruning: It is easy to prune and tolerates shaping well. Pruning in spring is recommended to maintain the compact shape.

• Use: Perfect for borders, ground cover, rockeries, low hedges or pots .

• Propagation: By semi-woody cuttings in summer or by separating the roots.

• Euonymus 'Emerald 'n' Gold' is an excellent choice for gardens, paths or planters due to its decorative foliage all year round and high tolerance to environmental conditions . It is a robust and versatile plant, ideal for beginners.

Height with pot included approx. 25-30 cm