Euonymus fortunei 'Moonshadow'

Moonshadow Wintercreeper

Euonymus fortunei ‘Moonshadow’ — commonly called Wintercreeper — is a compact, evergreen shrub valued for its bright, high-contrast variegated foliage. It forms a dense, mounding plant with glossy leaves that feature a rich green margin surrounding a bold, golden-yellow center, providing vibrant color throughout the year. The foliage holds its color well and adds brightness to both sunny and partially shaded areas.

Mature Size:
Width: 2–3 ft
Height: 12–18 in

USDA Zones: 5a–9b
Light: Full sun to partial shade (best color in sun)
Soil: Average, well-drained soils; highly adaptable
Water: Moderate; drought tolerant once established

Wildlife: Provides cover for small wildlife; generally not favored by deer

Features & Landscape Uses:
Form: Low, compact, mounding evergreen shrub
Bold yellow-centered variegation provides year-round color
Excellent for edging, groundcover, containers, and foundation plantings
Tolerates a wide range of conditions including urban environments
Can be used in sun or partial shade

Maintenance:
Prune as needed to maintain shape or size
Can be sheared for a formal look
Remove any solid green shoots to maintain variegation

Plant type

Broadleaf Evergreen

Height

12-18''

Width

2-3'

Hardiness zones

5–8

Sunlight

Full Shade, Full Sun, Partial Shade

Growth rate

Fast

Bloom time

Early Summer, Late Spring

Soil

Highly Adaptable, Well Drained

Landscape use

Accent Plant, Container, Mass Planting

Shape

Compact, Low Mounding

Fruit

Yes

Drought tolerant

No