Euonymus – Gold Splash® – Wintercreeper – Euonymus fortunei

Garden Height
18 - 24
Spacing
24 - 48
Spread
18 - 24
Habit
Mounded
Container Role
Filler
Flower Size
Medium
Flower Colors
Green
Light Level
Part Sun to Sun, Sun
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Very showy year-round color.

A real improvement in Euonymus! The big, round leaves of this selection have bright, bold variegation. It has far more impact in the landscape than other, older varieties. The variegation is very stable, and the plant has excellent disease resistance.

Use Gold Splash for easy four season color in the landscape. The cheerful variegated foliage maintains its color all year long, and is accented by showy, persistent fruit in the fall.

Gold Splash has excellent hardiness, and is a reliable, adaptable choice for most landscapes.

Features

Very showy year-round color.

A real improvement in Euonymus! The big, round leaves of this selection have bright, bold variegation. It has far more impact in the landscape than other, older varieties. The variegation is very stable, and the plant has excellent disease resistance.

Use Gold Splash for easy four season color in the landscape. The cheerful variegated foliage maintains its color all year long, and is accented by showy, persistent fruit in the fall.

Gold Splash has excellent hardiness, and is a reliable, adaptable choice for most landscapes.

Drought Tolerant

Fall Interest

Winter Interest

Foliage Interest

Maintenance Notes

Tolerant of most soils except extremely wet conditions. pH adaptable. Withstands heavy pruning. Can be pruned any time but is best done in late fall. The occasional green branch can be pruned away at any time. Prefers medium moisture. Fertilize in early spring by applying a slow release fertilizer specialized for trees and shrubs. Follow the label for recommended rate of application.

Uses Notes

Multi-functional plant that can be used in containers and gardens. It is an evergreen so leaves remain throughout winter for great color. Excellent for mass plantings or borders. Fits well into tight spaces along sidewalks.

Maintenance Category Easy

Water Category Average

Bloom Time

Flower Form Landscape

pH B - pH 5.8 - 6.2

EC (2:1 Extraction Method) 0.6 - 0.9

Fertilization 150 - 200

Light Requirements Medium, High

Water Requirements Dry to Moderate, Moderate to Moist

Rooting Out Temperature 65 - 72° Fahrenheit

Growing On Temperature 60 - 65° Fahrenheit

Holding Temperature 40 - 50° Fahrenheit

Planting and Timing Information
All Season Finish, 1 ppp

Pinching and Growth Regulators
When actively growing prune frequently.

Pest and Disease Management
Watch for Aphids, Gall, and Black Vine Weevil.

Grower Tips
Tolerant of most soils except extremely wet conditions. pH adaptable. Withstands heavy pruning. Can be pruned any time but is best done in late fall. The occasional green branch can be pruned away at any time. Prefers medium moisture. Fertilize in early spring by applying a slow release fertilizer specialized for trees and shrubs. Follow the label for recommended rate of application.

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