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EUONYMUS japonicus
Commonly known as Japanese spindle
Forms an excellent evergreen hedge especially in exposed conditions
Further Reading....
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EvergreenObovate to narrowly oval, toothed, leathery leaves to 6cm (2½in) long.
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Height4m (13ft) -
Spread2m (6½ft)
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HedgeIdeal for hedging
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Tall ShrubDense, bushy shrub or erect small tree.
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Hardy - cold winterHardy 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) -
Full sun -
Partial shade
EUONYMUS japonicus
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Additional Features
Good to knowGood in coastal sites and for hedging
Pests & DiseasesCaterpillars, vine weevil, scale insects, powdery mildew, leaf spot.
Place of originChina, Japan, Korea. -
Garden Location/ConditionsBorderSuitable for a shrub borderCoastal / windswept
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HardinessFully hardy
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Leaf margin
Serrate(see photos above) -
Leaf shape
Obovate
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Pruning group
Pruning group 5Suitable for: Evergreen shrubs that require minimal pruning.
Action: Trim or lightly cut back shoots that spoil symmetry. Deadhead regularly.
When: Annually after flowering.
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Seasonal InterestAutumnSpringSummerWinter
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Soil ConditionsFertile well drained soil
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Toxic - Category C
Harmful if eatenPeople and pets, i.e. cats, dogs, rabbits, rodents -
Tree ShapeRounded to broadly spreading
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WildlifeRabbit Resistant
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Euonymus - Growing Guide
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Buy Varieties of EUONYMUS japonicus
EUONYMUS japonicus 'Duc D'Anjou'
Japanese spindle
variegated shades of green and gold
Gift-wrapping available
MULTIBUY Any 10+ for £11.00 each
MULTIBUY Any 3+ for £12 each
£14.50 each
EUONYMUS japonicus 'Kathy'
Japanese spindle
green leaves splashed & marginated white
Gift-wrapping available
MULTIBUY Any 10+ for £11.00 each
MULTIBUY Any 3+ for £12 each
£14.50 each
EUONYMUS japonicus 'Microphyllus Albovariegatus'
Spindle
('Microphyllus Variegatus') - compact, silver foliage
Gift-wrapping available
MULTIBUY Any 10+ for £11.00 each
MULTIBUY Any 3+ for £12 each
£14.50 each
EUONYMUS japonicus 'Microphyllus Pulchellus'
Spindle
('Microphyllus Aureus') - compact with gold foliage
Gift-wrapping available
MULTIBUY Any 10+ for £11.00 each
MULTIBUY Any 3+ for £12 each
£14.50 each
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
Afterplant - Grow Your Own
AFTER PLANT GROW YOUR OWN seaweed is ready to use liquid concentrate that was specially formulated be used on all edible plants.
Only £8.00
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Afterplant - Tomatoes
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Only £8.00
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Rootgrow mycorrhizal fungi
Recommended by the RHS. Contains Rootgrow™ mycorrhizal fungi. Suitable for all trees and shrubs (except rhododendrons, azaleas, heathers, cranberries and blueberries)
3 options from £3.00
Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
Rootgrow Ericoid mycorrhizal fungi
This specially adapted Rootgrow™ mycorrhizal fungi will boost the growth of acid-loving plants like rhododendrons, azaleas, heathers and blueberries.
It contains ericoid and arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi, which are found in poor acidic soils where ericaceous plants naturally grow.
Only £7.50
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
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