Euonymus fortunei 'Emerald Gaiety'

Wintercreeper 'Emerald Gaiety'

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2 litre pot

Bright variegated foliage and year-round reliability make Euonymus fortunei 'Emerald Gaiety' a garden staple.

Evergreen year-round interest
Variegated foliage brightens darker areas
Low maintenance and easy to grow
Good for hedging and edging
Tolerant of urban conditions

Aspect

full sun to partial shade
Hardiness

Very hardy across the UK, tolerating cold, wind and coastal conditions.
Flowers

June - July
Soil type

Loam, chalk, clay, sandy

Why we like this plant

Euonymus fortunei 'Emerald Gaiety' is an excellent all-rounder, bringing dependable colour and structure to the garden throughout the year. Its neat size and adaptability make it ideal for borders, containers or low hedging, especially where a touch of brightness is needed.

About this plant

A versatile, compact evergreen with attractive variegated foliage, Euonymus fortunei 'Emerald Gaiety' features rich green leaves edged in crisp white, often tinged pink in colder weather. It is a reliable choice for year-round structure and brightness in a wide range of garden settings.
Key features
- Green leaves with clean white margins
- Pink-tinged foliage in winter for added interest
- Compact, bushy growth habit
- Evergreen for year-round colour and structure
- Suitable for hedging, ground cover or containers

Eventual height and
spread
Height: 60–100cm | Spread: 60–120cm
Growth
habit
Compact, bushy evergreen shrub
Moisture
Moist but well-drained
Position in
the Garden
Border edge, low hedge, container, ground cover

Planting guide

Plant in autumn or spring in well-drained soil. It tolerates a range of soil types and conditions. Space plants evenly if using for hedging, and water well until established. Trim lightly to maintain shape if required.

Care tips

Trim to shape in spring or summer to keep it tidy. Water during dry periods until established. Remove any plain green shoots to maintain variegation.

Winter care

Fully hardy in the UK and generally low maintenance. Little protection is needed, though container plants should be checked to ensure they do not become waterlogged during prolonged wet periods.