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EUONYMUS
Commonly known as Spindle tree
Genus of about 130 species of deciduous, semi-evergreen and evergreen shrubs, trees and climbers found mainly in woodland and thickets mainly in Asia.
Our UK native, E. europaeus, known for its red seed capsules and orange seeds, is found mainly on chalk so absent in Scotland. The very hard wood was used for making skewers and spindles, hence the common name.
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Deciduous
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Evergreen
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Semi-evergreenKeeps some of its foliage all year, and will drop some leaves as well.
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ClimberSome of these climbing plants will need trellis or wire supports if grown on walls or fences. Other grow aerial roots and are self-clinging
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Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in height
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Tall Shrub
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Tree
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Additional Features
Good to knowGrown for their foliage, autumn colour and ornamental fruits.
Place of originAsia -
Toxic - Category C
Harmful if eatenPeople and pets, i.e. cats, dogs, rabbits, rodents
Buy Varieties of EUONYMUS
EUONYMUS alatus
spindle berry with good autumn colour and fruits
Gift-wrapping available
Gift-wrapping available
EUONYMUS americanus var. angustifolius
glossy, lanceolate green leaves
EUONYMUS europaeus 'Red Cascade
bright red seed capsules and good autumn colour
Gift-wrapping available
Gift-wrapping available
EUONYMUS fortunei 'Blondy'
broad golden variegated leaves
Gift-wrapping available
EUONYMUS fortunei 'Emerald Gaiety'
foliage variegated white green and pink
Gift-wrapping available
EUONYMUS fortunei 'Emerald 'n' Gold'
foliage variegated gold & green
Gift-wrapping available
EUONYMUS fortunei 'Golden Harlequin'
colourful irregularly variegated leaves with marbled lime-green, yellow and pale green
Gift-wrapping available
EUONYMUS fortunei 'Harlequin'
compact grower with silver variegated foliage and pure white young shoots
Gift-wrapping available
EUONYMUS fortunei 'Silver Queen'
variegated green & creamy-white foliage
Gift-wrapping available
EUONYMUS fortunei 'Sunspot'
excellent ground covering form with dark green leaves splashed bright gold
Gift-wrapping available
EUONYMUS fortunei 'Wolong Ghost'
vigorous climbing variety which will take on and look superb on any large tree even in full shade. Narrow dark geen leaves with attractive white veining
Gift-wrapping available
EUONYMUS grandiflorus 'Ruby Wine'
long thick toothed leaves and large yellowish flowers. Pink seed capsules in the autumn
EUONYMUS hamiltonianus 'Coral Charm'
spreading habit and pink fruits with orange or red coated seeds. Yellow leaves in autumn
Gift-wrapping available
EUONYMUS hamiltonianus 'Indian Summer'
crimson to purple autumn colour
Gift-wrapping available
EUONYMUS hamiltonianus 'Popcorn'
white fruit with orange seeds
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