EUONYMUS myrianthus

Commonly known as Spindle

Slow growing large shrub with leathery leaves and greenish-yellow flowers in dense rounded flower heads followed by orange-yellow fruits
Further Reading....
  • Evergreen
    Oval-lance-shaped to oblong-ovate, tapered, sparsely toothed, leathery, dull green leaves to 10cm (4in) long
  • Height
    3m (10ft)
  • Spread
    4m (13ft)
  • Tall Shrub
    Bushy, upright shrub. Produces almost spherical, 4-ribbed, bright orange-yellow fruit
  • 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)
  • Full sun
  • Partial shade

EUONYMUS myrianthus

 

 

  • Additional Features
    Pests & Diseases
    Caterpillars, vine weevil, scale insects, powdery mildew, leaf spot
    Place of origin
    Western China
  • Garden Location/Conditions
    Border
    Suitable for a shrub border
  • Hardiness
    Fully hardy
  • Pruning group
    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.
  • Seasonal Interest
    Autumn
    Summer
  • Soil Conditions
    Fertile moist well-drained soil
    Moderately fertile
  • Toxic - Category C
    Harmful if eaten
    People and pets, i.e. cats, dogs, rabbits, rodents
  • Wildlife
    Rabbit Resistant
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Euonymus - Growing Guide
3m (10ft)
 Tall Shrub - guide for size not form Average Person
  4m (13ft)
  

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