EUONYMUS planipes

Commonly known as Spindle

A handsome species with scarlet fruits and brilliant autumn foliage
Further Reading....
  • Deciduous
    long, pointed leaf buds open to coarsely toothed, mid-green leaves to 12cm (4¾in) long that turn brilliant red in autumn
  • Height
    3m (10ft)
  • Spread
    3m (10ft)
  • Tall Shrub
    Upright shrub. Produces 4- or 5-lobed, almost spherical fruit 2cm (¾in) across. Seeds have bright orange arils
  • Hardy - very cold winter
    Hardy in all of UK and northern Europe. Plant can possibly withstand temperatures down to -20°C (-4°F)
  • Full sun
  • Partial shade

EUONYMUS planipes

 
Large £65.00 each 

 

  • Additional Features
    Berries
    These plants have berries.
    Pests & Diseases
    Caterpillars, vine weevil, powdery mildew, leaf spot
    Place of origin
    Northeastern China, Korea, Japan
  • Garden Location/Conditions
    Border
    Suitable for a shrub border
  • Hardiness
    Fully hardy
  • Leaf margin
    Serrate
    (see photos above)
  • Leaf shape
    Elliptic
    (see photos above)
  • Pruning group
    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.

  • Seasonal Interest
    Autumn
    Spring
    Summer
  • Soil Conditions
    Tolerates all
    Any well-drained soil
  • Toxic - Category C
    Harmful if eaten
    People and pets, i.e. cats, dogs, rabbits, rodents
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Euonymus - Growing Guide
3m (10ft)
Tall Shrub - guide for size not form Average Person
  3m (10ft)
 

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