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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
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Pests & Diseases
Caterpillars, vine weevil, scale insects, powdery mildew, leaf spot -
Place of origin
Western China -
EvergreenOval-lance-shaped to oblong-ovate, tapered, sparsely toothed, leathery, dull green leaves to 10cm (4in) long
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BorderSuitable for a shrub border
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Fully hardy
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Height
3m (10ft) -
Spread
4m (13ft) -
Tall ShrubBushy, upright shrub. Produces almost spherical, 4-ribbed, bright orange-yellow fruit
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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.
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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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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Fertile moist well-drained soilModerately fertile
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Full sun
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Partial shade
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harmful if eaten
People and pets, i.e. cats, dogs, rabbits, rodents -
Rabbit Resistant
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Mature Size3m (10ft)
4m (13ft)
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