'Emerald 'n' Gold' Euonymus (Euonymus fortunei) - ornamental-foliage euonymus - 19 cm pot - Height 90 cm

Yes, the 'Emerald n Gold' Euonymus (Euonymus fortunei) is an evergreen shrub: it retains its green and gold variegated leaves all year round, even in the depths of winter. During periods of severe cold, the leaves can take on pink to coppery hues, which is an additional decorative asset rather than a flaw. Hardy down to around -15°C depending on conditions, it requires no protection for the vast majority of regions in France. With the arrival of spring, it regains its characteristic green and gold brilliance, fresh and vigorous.

The Fusain 'Emerald n Gold' is very versatile in terms of d'exposure: it tolerates both full sun and p'artial shade. On a patio, a sunny or semi-shaded spot (a few hours of direct sunlight per day) will produce the most beautiful golden variegation, with a very pronounced green-gold contrast. In very shaded conditions, the plant remains healthy, but the golden yellow f'ades in favor of a m'ore uniform green. Avoid completely dry locations exposed to drying winds in summer, which exhaust potted plants: t'he ideal is a sunny but slightly sheltered spot in the height of summer.

The Fusain 'Emerald n Gold' presented on a stem has a ball-shaped or domed crown that 'should be pruned 'once or twice a year. The first pruning should preferably take place in late March or early April, after the last frosts, to refresh the winter shape and stimulate beautiful spring growth. A second light intervention at the end of 'summer (August) helps maintain a neat silhouette until 'winter. Also remember to regularly remove any shoots that appear along the stem, as these shoots from the rootstock or the stem are undesirable.

Yes, the 'Emerald n Gold' Euonymus (Euonymus fortunei) is perfectly suited to the winters of northern and eastern France. Its hardiness is estimated at around -15°C, which covers most of French territory, including the colder continental areas. In a pot, the main winter risk is not the cold air but the freezing of the growing medium: if temperatures drop sustainably below -8°C to -10°C, wrap the pot in a layer of geotextile fabric or cardboard to protect the roots. The plant itself requires no specific shelter and will regain its vigor as soon as temperatures rise in spring.

The Fusain 'Emerald n Gold' is not very demanding when it comes to the nature of the soil and t'his i's one of its great qualities. It accepts clay, loamy or sandy soils, calcareous soils as well as slightly acidic ones, as long as the drainage is correct: soil that retain s'tanding water is unfavorable to it. For planting in the ground, incorporate mature compost or decomposed manure into the planting hole to promote r'ooting and enrich the soil. A surface mulch of 5 to 8 cm (bark, wood chips) limits e'vaporation in summer and regulates the soil temperature, contributing to more even growth.

Absolutely. Supplied on a stem and grown in a 19 cm pot to a height of 90 cm, the Fusain 'Emerald n Gold' is perfectly suited 'to a balcony or small terrace. Its standard silhouette takes up little ground space while creating an immediate sense of height and presence. It tolerates long-term container growing well, provided you choose a pot 'at least 25 to 30 cm in diameter for the future and 'apply a slow-release fertiliser every spring. Its tolerance for partial 'shade also makes it a suitable choice for balconies that do not receive 'full sun.

When planted in the ground, the Fusain 'Emerald n Gold' gradually becomes self-sufficient once established, generally from the second season onwards. During the first year, water regularly during dry periods (about once or twice a week in summer), making sure to water deeply rather than frequently and superficially. After that, only prolonged droughts require supplemental watering.' In a pot, monitoring is more constant: check the' moisture of the substrate two to three times a week in summer and water as soon as the top 2 cm of the surface is dry.