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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.
Further Reading....
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Deciduous - semi evergreen, and evergreen shrubs, trees and climbers
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Full sun - or light shade --deciduous species more tolerant of dry soil. Shelter evergreens from cold winds. -
Harmful if eaten - These will give you an upset tummy, so please don't eat any of these. -
Additional Features - Good to know - - grown for their foliage, autumn colour and ornamental fruits. -
Pests & Diseases - caterpillars, vine weevil, scale insects, powdery mildew, leaf spot. -
Place of origin - Asia -
Soil Conditions - Alkaline / Chalk loving -
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Fertile well drained soil
Euonymus - Growing Guide
Buy Varieties of EUONYMUS
EUONYMUS alatus >
Commonly known as: Winged spindle.
Spindle berry with good autumn colour and fruits
EUONYMUS europaeus 'Red Cascade' >
Commonly known as: Ornamental spindle.
Bright red seed capsules and good autumn colour
EUONYMUS fortunei 'Blondy' >
Commonly known as: Evergreen bittersweet, Spindle tree.
Broad golden variegated leaves
EUONYMUS fortunei 'Emerald Gaiety' >
Commonly known as: Evergreen bittersweet, Spindle tree.
Foliage variegated white green and pink
EUONYMUS fortunei 'Emerald 'n' Gold' >
Commonly known as: Evergreen bittersweet, Spindle tree.
Foliage variegated gold & green
EUONYMUS fortunei 'Golden Harlequin' >
Commonly known as: Evergreen bittersweet, Spindle tree.
Colourful irregularly variegated leaves with marbled lime-green, yellow and pale green
EUONYMUS fortunei 'Harlequin' >
Commonly known as: Evergreen bittersweet, Spindle tree.
Compact grower with silver variegated foliage and pure white young shoots
EUONYMUS fortunei 'Silver Queen' >
Commonly known as: Evergreen bittersweet, Spindle tree.
Variegated green & white foliage
EUONYMUS fortunei 'Sunspot' >
Commonly known as: Evergreen bittersweet, Spindle tree.
Excellent ground covering form with dark green leaves splashed bright gold
EUONYMUS fortunei 'Wolong Ghost' >
Commonly known as: Evergreen bittersweet, Spindle tree.
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
EUONYMUS grandiflorus 'Ruby Wine' >
Commonly known as: Spindle tree.
Long thick toothed leaves and large yellowish flowers. Pink seed capsules in the autumn
EUONYMUS hamiltonianus 'Coral Charm' >
Commonly known as: Spindle tree.
Spreading habit and pink fruits with orange or red coated seeds. Yellow leaves in autumn
EUONYMUS japonicus >
Commonly known as: Japanese spindle.
Forms an excellent evergreen hedge especially in exposed conditions
EUONYMUS japonicus 'Aureus' >
Commonly known as: Japanese spindle.
Handsome bright green leaves with central gold splash
EUONYMUS japonicus 'Duc D'Anjou' >
Commonly known as: Japanese spindle.
Variegated shades of green and gold
EUONYMUS japonicus 'Kathy' >
Commonly known as: Japanese spindle.
Green leaves splashed & marginated white
EUONYMUS japonicus 'Microphyllus Albovariegatus' >
Commonly known as: Spindle.
('Microphyllus Variegatus') - compact, silver foliage
EUONYMUS japonicus 'Microphyllus Pulchellus' >
Commonly known as: Spindle.
('Microphyllus Aureus') - compact with gold foliage
EUONYMUS phellomanus >
Commonly known as: Spindle.
Small green/yellow flowers in spring followed by brilliant pink fruits in autumn. Fruits split to reveal bright orange seeds. Corky winged stems and excellent autumn colour. Deciduous large shrub
EUONYMUS planipes >
Commonly known as: Spindle.
A handsome species with scarlet fruits and brilliant autumn foliage
Useful extras...
Fertilisers & Feeds - Vitax
Q4 Pelleted Fertiliser
A useful fertiliser suitable for use on a wide variety of plants. Q4 provides all the nutrients and trace elements essential for vigorous growth, abundant flowering and ripening of fruit.
3 options from £6.00
Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
Rootgrow mycorrhizal fungi
Recommended by the RHS. Contains Rootgrow™ mycorrhizal fungi. Suitable for all trees and shrubs (except rhododendrons, azaleas, heathers, cranberries and blueberries)
2 options from £6.00
Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
All-purpose Seaweed Stimulant
All-purpose organic concentrated seaweed feed that is a ready to use, derived from sustainable harvested kelp, that can be used on all outdoor and indoor plants, except acid loving plants.
Perfect used in conjunction with Rootgrow™.
Only £7.50
