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EUONYMUS japonicus
Commonly known as Japanese spindle
Forms an excellent evergreen hedge especially in exposed conditions
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EvergreenObovate to narrowly oval, toothed, leathery leaves to 6cm (2½in) long.
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Height4m (13ft) -
Spread2m (6½ft)
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HedgeIdeal for hedging
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Tall ShrubDense, bushy shrub or erect small tree.
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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) -
Full sun -
Partial shade
EUONYMUS japonicus
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Additional Features
Good to knowGood in coastal sites and for hedging
Pests & DiseasesCaterpillars, vine weevil, scale insects, powdery mildew, leaf spot.
Place of originChina, Japan, Korea. -
Garden Location/ConditionsCoastal / windswept
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HardinessFully hardy
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Leaf margin
Serrate(see photos above) -
Leaf shape
Obovate
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Pruning group
Pruning 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.
RHS group 8 -
Seasonal InterestAutumnSpringSummerWinter
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Soil ConditionsFertile well drained soil
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Toxic - Category C
Harmful if eaten(People & Pets) -
Tree ShapeRounded to broadly spreading
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WildlifeRabbit Resistant
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Euonymus - Growing Guide
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Buy Varieties of EUONYMUS japonicus
EUONYMUS japonicus 'Aureus'
Japanese spindle
handsome bright green leaves with central gold splash
EUONYMUS japonicus 'Duc D'Anjou'
Japanese spindle
variegated shades of green and gold
Gift-wrapping available
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Any 10+ for £10.00 each
£13.50 each
EUONYMUS japonicus 'Kathy'
Japanese spindle
green leaves splashed & marginated white
Gift-wrapping available
MULTIBUY
Any 10+ for £10.00 each
£13.50 each
EUONYMUS japonicus 'Microphyllus Albovariegatus'
Spindle
('Microphyllus Variegatus') - compact, silver foliage
Gift-wrapping available
MULTIBUY
Any 10+ for £10.00 each
£13.50 each
EUONYMUS japonicus 'Microphyllus Pulchellus'
Spindle
('Microphyllus Aureus') - compact with gold foliage
Gift-wrapping available
MULTIBUY
Any 10+ for £10.00 each
£13.50 each
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Recommended by the RHS. Contains Rootgrow™ mycorrhizal fungi. Suitable for all trees and shrubs (except rhododendrons, azaleas, heathers, cranberries and blueberries)
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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.
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