EUONYMUS
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EUONYMUS
Commonly known as Spindle
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.
Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes
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BerriesThese plants have berries.
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Pests & Diseases
Caterpillars, vine weevil, powdery mildew, leaf spot -
Place of origin
Northeastern China, Korea, Japan -
Deciduouslong, pointed leaf buds open to coarsely toothed, mid-green leaves to 12cm (4¾in) long that turn brilliant red in autumn
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BorderSuitable for a shrub border
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Fully hardy
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Serrate
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Elliptic
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Height
3m (10ft) -
Spread
3m (10ft)
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Tall ShrubUpright shrub. Produces 4- or 5-lobed, almost spherical fruit 2cm (¾in) across. Seeds have bright orange arils
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Pruning group 1
Suitable for: Deciduous and evergreen trees, and some deciduous shrubs.
Pruning: Minimal pruning required. Prune wayward or crossing branches to maintain a healthy framework.
When: When dormant in the late winter/early spring. Some in the summer/autumn to prevent bleeding of sap.
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Hardy - very cold winter
Hardy in all of UK and northern Europe. Plant can possibly withstand temperatures down to -20°C (-4°F) -
Autumn Seasonal Interest
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Spring Seasonal Interest
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Tolerates allAny well-drained soil
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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 -
Mature Size3m (10ft)
3m (10ft)
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Euonymus - Growing Guide
