Euonymus fortunei ‘Moonshadow’ | Moonshadow Wintercreeper
DESCRIPTION
Euonymus fortunei 'Moonshadow' is an evergreen shrub known for its vibrant foliage. The leaves have a unique two-tone appearance, with a creamy yellow center surrounded by dark green margins. This eye-catching variegation adds year-round color and interest to gardens and landscapes. Although primarily grown for its foliage, it may produce small, inconspicuous flowers in the late spring to early summer, followed by pinkish fruit in autumn.
Native to East Asia, 'Moonshadow' was developed as a cultivar for ornamental use, especially in temperate gardens. Its versatile nature makes it suitable for use as ground cover, in borders, or even as a climbing vine on walls or trellises. Its evergreen foliage ensures that it provides visual appeal throughout all seasons, making it a popular choice for low-maintenance, decorative gardening.
DESCRIPTION
Euonymus fortunei 'Moonshadow' is an evergreen shrub known for its vibrant foliage. The leaves have a unique two-tone appearance, with a creamy yellow center surrounded by dark green margins. This eye-catching variegation adds year-round color and interest to gardens and landscapes. Although primarily grown for its foliage, it may produce small, inconspicuous flowers in the late spring to early summer, followed by pinkish fruit in autumn.
Native to East Asia, 'Moonshadow' was developed as a cultivar for ornamental use, especially in temperate gardens. Its versatile nature makes it suitable for use as ground cover, in borders, or even as a climbing vine on walls or trellises. Its evergreen foliage ensures that it provides visual appeal throughout all seasons, making it a popular choice for low-maintenance, decorative gardening.
DESCRIPTION
Euonymus fortunei 'Moonshadow' is an evergreen shrub known for its vibrant foliage. The leaves have a unique two-tone appearance, with a creamy yellow center surrounded by dark green margins. This eye-catching variegation adds year-round color and interest to gardens and landscapes. Although primarily grown for its foliage, it may produce small, inconspicuous flowers in the late spring to early summer, followed by pinkish fruit in autumn.
Native to East Asia, 'Moonshadow' was developed as a cultivar for ornamental use, especially in temperate gardens. Its versatile nature makes it suitable for use as ground cover, in borders, or even as a climbing vine on walls or trellises. Its evergreen foliage ensures that it provides visual appeal throughout all seasons, making it a popular choice for low-maintenance, decorative gardening.
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Family: Celastraceae
Height: 1 to 2 feet
Width: 12 to 24 inches, spreads as a groundcover
Foliage color: Green with bright yellow centers
Flower color: Inconspicuous, greenish-white
Bloom time: Late spring to early summer
Light requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Water requirements: Moderate
Maintenance: Low; prune as needed to maintain shape
Growing zone: USDA Zones 5 to 9
Wildlife attractors: Provides habitat and cover for small wildlife, though not a major pollinator attractorThis plant can be seen in the gardens at the Allison Inn.
