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EUONYMUS fortunei 'Silver Queen'
Commonly known as Evergreen bittersweet, Spindle tree
Variegated green & creamy-white foliage
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EvergreenOval, toothed, thinly leathery leaves usually to about 5cm (2in) long
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Height2.5m (8ft)
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Spread1.5m (5ft)
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Ground coverThese plants are typically low growing and spread quickly to inhibit weed growth on areas of bare soilBushy, upright shrub.
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Tall Shrub
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Hardy - cold winterHardy 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)
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Full sunShelter from cold winds.
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Partial shade
EUONYMUS fortunei 'Silver Queen'
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Additional FeaturesGood to knowSpecies introduced into the UK in 1860 by Robert Fortune (Scottish plant-hunter). Will climb vigorously if supported, against a wall or through a treePests & DiseasesCaterpillars, vine weevil, scale insects, powdery mildew, leaf spot.Place of originGarden origin.
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HardinessFully hardy
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Leaf Colour (if not green)Silver variegated
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Leaf marginCrenate
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Pruning groupPruning group 5Suitable 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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Seasonal InterestAutumnSpringSummerWinter
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Soil ConditionsFertile well drained soil
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Toxic - Category CHarmful if eatenPeople and pets, i.e. cats, dogs, rabbits, rodents
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WildlifeRabbit Resistant
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Euonymus - Growing Guide
Hedging - Box Alternatives
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Useful extras...
Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
All-purpose Seaweed Stimulant
All-purpose organic concentrated seaweed feed that is a ready to use, derived from sustainable harvested kelp, that can be used on all outdoor and indoor plants, except acid loving plants.
Perfect used in conjunction with Rootgrow™.
Only £7.50
Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
Rootgrow mycorrhizal fungi
Recommended by the RHS. Contains Rootgrow™ mycorrhizal fungi. Suitable for all trees and shrubs (except rhododendrons, azaleas, heathers, cranberries and blueberries)
3 options from £3.00
Vermin & Pest Control
Slug Pellets
Slug killer blue mini pellets are easy to use and give effective control of slugs and snails.
Ideal in garden, conservatory or greenhouse.
Only £6.50
Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
Wildflower Mini Meadow
Creates a mini-meadow for attracting bees, butterflies and bugs to your garden.
200g sachet which will cover 3 square metres. Contains Rootgrow™ mycorrhizal fungi.
2 options from £7.00
Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
Afterplant - Grow Your Own
AFTER PLANT GROW YOUR OWN seaweed is ready to use liquid concentrate that was specially formulated be used on all edible plants.
Only £8.00
Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
Afterplant - Tomatoes
AFTER PLANT TOMATO FEED Liquid Concentrate with Bio stimulant is a high potash liquid concentrate containing seaweed extract, plant derived amino acids and other nutrients specifically formulated to benefit tomatoes and greenhouse plants.
Only £8.00