The broadleaf evergreen Euonymus fortunei 'Emerald Gaiety' (Japanese euonymus) produces pale green blossoms during early summer to mid-summer. This plant is upright and has showy, glossy, medium textured and evergreen foliage that is variegated dark green and pale yellow in colour. The bark is cork-like in texture. Euonymus fortunei 'Emerald Gaiety' (Japanese euonymus) is a specimen plant and it can serve as a focal point in your garden.
Typical Uses
Accent, alpine or rock garden, border, container, ground cover, hedge, foundation, mass planting, specimen, vine or climber and woodland.
Special Characteristics
Euonymus fortunei 'Emerald Gaiety' tolerates drought, compacted soil and pollution, and is noted for being naturally resistant to rabbits. During the winter, Euonymus fortunei 'Emerald Gaiety' continues to provide interest in your garden.
Cautions
Be aware that this broadleaf evergreen is poisonous or toxic. Plan its application carefully if you have children or pets. Where conditions are favourable, Euonymus fortunei 'Emerald Gaiety' (Japanese euonymus) can be invasive and may require maintenance to keep it under control. This plant is self-sowing and may spread broadly and randomly.
