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Emerald Gaiety Wintercreeper

Euonymus fortunei 'Emerald Gaiety'

Category: Evergreen Shrub • Wintercreeper

Emerald Gaiety Wintercreeper is a versatile, evergreen ground cover with attractive variegated leaves.

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Mature Height: 1-2 feet

Mature Width: 2-3 feet

Light: Part Sun/Part Shade

Zone: Zones 4-9

Maintenance: Low

Growth Rate: Moderate

Season of Interest: Multi-season

Foliage: Evergreen

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Josh Graber

Owner and Landscape Designer · Kansas State University · 25+ Years Experience

B.S. in Horticulture and Landscape Design – Kansas State University

25+ years of industry experience

Description

Emerald Gaiety Wintercreeper is a versatile, low-growing shrub known for its attractive variegated foliage. The leaves are a mix of green and white, providing year-round interest. This hardy plant is ideal for ground cover or trailing over walls and containers, making it a popular choice for gardens. It thrives in various light conditions and is relatively low maintenance.

Ideal Conditions

Thrives in partial to full shade with moderate moisture. Prefers well-drained soil and can tolerate a range of soil types.

Soil Preferences

Well-drained soil is ideal, with moderate moisture levels. It can adapt to various pH levels.

Sun Needs

Part Sun/Part Shade

Landscape Guidance

Landscape Use

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Special Features

Variegated foliageevergreen

Wildlife Value

Attracts pollinators and provides habitat.

Resistance / Tolerance

Drought tolerant once established.

Notes from Our Designer

Great for adding color to shady areas. Can be used to control erosion on slopes.

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