Overview
Euonymus fortunei 'Emerald N Gold' is a bushy, spreading, upright, low-growing, climbing evergreen shrub in the genus Euonymus, part of the Celastraceae family, with deciduous, evergreen foliage. It typically grows around 4.5 m tall. Euonymus fortunei 'Emerald N Gold' grows best in full sun and full shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. Suggested uses include ground cover, edging and containers. It is native to China, Korea and Japan.
About
Euonymus fortunei, the spindle, Fortune's spindle, winter creeper or wintercreeper, is a species of flowering plant in the family Celastraceae, native to east Asia, including China, Korea, the Philippines and Japan. E.
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About the genus
Euonymus is a genus of flowering plants in the staff vine family Celastraceae. Common names vary widely among different species and between different English-speaking countries, but include spindle, burning-bush, strawberry-bush, wahoo, wintercreeper, or simply euonymus. It has about 140 species of deciduous and evergreen shrubs, small trees and lianas.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Euonymus
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Full shade
- Soil type
- Sandy, Loamy, Clay
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained, Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- East-facing, North-facing, South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H7
Plant details
Euonymus fortunei 'Emerald N Gold' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Evergreen shrub
- Habit
- Bushy, Spreading, Upright, Low-growing, Climbing
- Foliage
- Deciduous, Evergreen
- Height
- 4.5 m
- Suggested uses
- Ground cover, Edging, Containers
- Native to
- China, Korea, Japan
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Euonymus fortunei 'Emerald N Gold'
- Cultivation
- Prefers well-drained soil; tolerant of a range of soil types and pH; can be grown in full sun to full shade; drought tolerant once established
- Pruning
- Prune in late winter or early spring to maintain shape and control growth
- Propagation
- Seed, Semi-ripe cuttings, Layering
- Pest resistance
- Euonymus scale, Vine weevil, Aphids, Caterpillars
- Disease resistance
- Powdery mildew, Leaf spot fungi, Honey fungus, Phytophthora root rot
Frequently asked questions
How do I grow Euonymus fortunei 'Emerald N Gold'?
Prefers well-drained soil; tolerant of a range of soil types and pH; can be grown in full sun to full shade; drought tolerant once established.
Where is the best place to plant Euonymus fortunei 'Emerald N Gold'?
Euonymus fortunei 'Emerald N Gold' prefers full sun and full shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Euonymus fortunei 'Emerald N Gold' need?
Euonymus fortunei 'Emerald N Gold' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including sandy, loamy and clay. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays well-drained to moist but well-drained.
How do I prune Euonymus fortunei 'Emerald N Gold'?
Prune in late winter or early spring to maintain shape and control growth.
How big does Euonymus fortunei 'Emerald N Gold' grow?
Euonymus fortunei 'Emerald N Gold' reaches a height of 4.5 m.
Is Euonymus fortunei 'Emerald N Gold' hardy in the UK?
Euonymus fortunei 'Emerald N Gold' has an RHS hardiness rating of H7, meaning it is fully hardy throughout the UK, tolerating temperatures below -20°C.
How do I propagate Euonymus fortunei 'Emerald N Gold'?
Seed, Semi-ripe cuttings, Layering.