Euonymus fortunei 'Moonshadow'
Also Known As
- Moonshadow Wintercreeper
Plant type
shrub
size
- H: 1'-2'
- W: 5'
planting zones
- 5a-9b
Euonymus fortunei 'Moonshadow' plant details
Euonymus fortunei 'Moonshadow' is a fast-growing broadleaf evergreen shrub with gold, green and variegated foliage. In spring cream flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something for erosion control.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Euonymus fortunei 'Moonshadow'
- Plant type: shrub
- Plant family: celastraceae
- Foliage: evergreen gold, green and variegated
- Mature size: 5 FT wide, 1 FT - 2 FT - tall
- Flowers: cream blooms in spring
- Uses: year round interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Euonymus fortunei 'Moonshadow'
- USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: regular
- Resistant to: erosion
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Garden World
Gardening facts about Euonymus fortunei 'Moonshadow' plant
How to Grow Euonymus fortunei 'Moonshadow'
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Special Situation
- erosion control
Features
Foliage Color
- variegated
- gold
- green
Flower Color
- cream
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- glossy
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Zones
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Size
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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