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Gold Spot Euonymus

Euonymus Japonicus 'Aureovariegatus'

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Overview

The Gold Spot Euonymus (Euonymus japonicus 'Aureovariegatus') is a vibrant evergreen shrub perfect for adding year-round color. It reaches up to 6 feet in height and spreads 3 to 4 feet wide. This ornamental plant boasts glossy, green leaves with eye-catching, golden-yellow centers. Ideal for hedges or accent planting, it thrives in well-drained soil, full sun to part shade, and requires moderate water. Hardy and low-maintenance, it's an excellent choice for varied landscapes.

Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 5–10Type ShrubClimate Temperate
Gold Spot Euonymus (Euonymus Japonicus 'Aureovariegatus') — It reaches up to 6 feet in height and spreads 3 to 4 feet wide
Gold Spot Euonymus (Euonymus Japonicus 'Aureovariegatus') — Ideal for hedges or accent plantingGold Spot Euonymus (Euonymus Japonicus 'Aureovariegatus') — This ornamental plant boasts glossy, green leaves with eye-catching, golden-yellow centers

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones
5–10

Shape & size

Mature height
6–10 Ft.
Mature width
3–6 Ft.

Classification

Type
Shrub
Family
Celastraceae
Climate
Temperate

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Gold Spot Euonymus (Euonymus Japonicus 'Aureovariegatus') — It reaches up to 6 feet in height and spreads 3 to 4 feet wide
Gold Spot Euonymus (Euonymus Japonicus 'Aureovariegatus') — Ideal for hedges or accent planting
Gold Spot Euonymus (Euonymus Japonicus 'Aureovariegatus') — This ornamental plant boasts glossy, green leaves with eye-catching, golden-yellow centers
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