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EUONYMUS planipes

Commonly known as Spindle

A handsome species with scarlet fruits and brilliant autumn foliage

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Euonymus - Growing Guide

Available late spring to early summer 2021 - These plants will be available again sometime in late spring/early summer depending on growing conditions.

Large £40.00 each

Available late spring to early summer 2021

5 to 7.5 Litre

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Deciduous - long, pointed leaf buds open to elliptic, 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
Harmful if eaten - These will give you an upset tummy, so please don't eat any of these.
Additional Features - Berries - These plants have berries.
Pests & Diseases - caterpillars, vine weevil, powdery mildew, leaf spot
Place of origin - northeastern China, Korea, Japan
Hardiness - Fully hardy -
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.

RHS group 1
Seasonal Interest - Autumn -
Spring
Summer
Soil Conditions - Tolerates all - - any well-drained soil