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  • EUONYMUS fortunei 'Silver Queen'
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© Burncoose Nurseries, all pictures for illustrative purposes only. EUONYMUS fortunei 'Emerald 'n' Gold' and EUONYMUS fortunei 'Silver Queen'
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    EUONYMUS fortunei 'Silver Queen'

    Commonly known as Evergreen bittersweet, Spindle tree

    Variegated green & creamy-white foliage
     
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    • Good to know
      Species introduced into the UK in 1860 by Robert Fortune (Scottish plant-hunter). Will climb vigorously if supported, against a wall or through a tree
    • Pests & Diseases
      Caterpillars, vine weevil, scale insects, powdery mildew, leaf spot.
    • Place of origin
      Garden origin.
    • Evergreen
      Oval, toothed, thinly leathery leaves usually to about 5cm (2in) long
    • Fully hardy
    • Silver variegated
    • Crenate
    • Height
      2.5m (8ft)
    • Spread
      1.5m (5ft)
    • Ground cover
      These plants are typically low growing and spread quickly to inhibit weed growth on areas of bare soil
      Bushy, upright shrub.
    • Tall Shrub
    • Pruning group 5
      Suitable for: Evergreen shrubs that require minimal pruning.
      Action: Trim or lightly cut back shoots that spoil symmetry. Deadhead regularly.
      When: Annually after flowering.

    • Hardy - cold winter
      Hardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters. May not withstand open/exposed sites or central/northern locations. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F)
    • Autumn Seasonal Interest
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    • Winter Seasonal Interest
    • Fertile well drained soil
    • Full sun
      Shelter from cold winds.
    • Partial shade
    • harmful if eaten
      People and pets, i.e. cats, dogs, rabbits, rodents
    • Rabbit Resistant
    • Mature Size
      2.5m (8ft)
      Tall Shrub - guide for size not form Average Person
        1.5m (5ft)
       
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    Vermin & Pest Control
    This is a non-biological non-chemical plant insecticide and mildewcide. Works against the physical motion of the insect. Perfect for all plants and edible crops.
    500 ml
    £8.00
    Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
    Recommended by the RHS. Contains Rootgrow™ mycorrhizal fungi. Suitable for all trees and shrubs (except rhododendrons, azaleas, heathers, cranberries and blueberries)
    Small - 60g sachet
    £3.00
    Medium - 150gm sachet
    £6.00
    Large - 360gram sachet
    £12.00
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