Gold Splash Wintercreeper

Gold Splash Wintercreeper (Euonymus fortunei 'Gold Splash')

Gold Splash Wintercreeper (Euonymus fortunei 'Gold Splash') is a colorful, evergreen shrub prized for its bold, variegated foliage and compact growth habit. With year-round interest and reliable structure, this versatile plant brings contrast and brightness to foundation plantings, borders, and container gardens.

Distinctive Features

'Gold Splash' features broad, leathery leaves with soft green centers surrounded by wide, irregular golden-yellow margins. Unlike finer-textured varieties, the foliage is rounded and slightly puckered, giving the plant a unique presence. It forms a mounding habit that typically reaches 2 to 3 feet tall and wide, spreading slowly over time.

Growing Conditions

• Sun Exposure: Full sun to part shade
• Soil: Well-drained soils; adaptable to clay, loam, or sandy conditions
• Water: Moderate; establish with regular watering, then reduce as it matures
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 5�9

Ideal Uses

• Focal Point: Bold foliage color stands out in beds and borders
• Foundation Plantings: Low-growing form adds structure at the front of buildings
• Mass Planting: Excellent for color and texture over a wide area
• Groundcover: Provides evergreen coverage in sun or partial shade
• Container Planting: Adds reliable color to planters and patio spaces

Low Maintenance Care

• Watering: Water deeply during establishment; tolerates brief dry periods afterward
• Pruning: Trim in late winter or early spring to shape or maintain size
• Fertilizing: Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in spring
• Mulching: Maintain mulch layer to conserve soil moisture and suppress weeds
• Disease Resistance: Resilient to most pests and diseases; tolerant of urban conditions

Why Choose Gold Splash Wintercreeper?

• Striking Foliage: Large, golden-edged leaves create instant visual interest
• Year-Round Appeal: Evergreen presence offers consistent structure
• Compact Size: Fits easily into small spaces or under windows
• Adaptable Growth: Performs well in various light and soil conditions
• Focal Point: High-contrast leaves bring attention and brightness to any planting

Euonymus fortunei 'Gold Splash' delivers bold color, evergreen reliability, and easy care, making it a smart focal point or complementary shrub in any well-designed landscape.