Plant Size Height Up to 400cm (157.5in)
Spread Up to 400cm (157.5in)

Hardiness & Longevity Hardy Shrub

Ideal For hedgeslow maintenance garden

Position In Sun or semi shade

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A much-discussed plant, as it can sometimes be spotted in hedgerows in the UK, and is recognisable by its colourful seed heads. The wood from the Spindle Bush was originally used for making spindles, hence the name. Euonymus europaeus is a large, deciduous shrub, which is fairly un-noticeable during the summer, but by autumn the foliage has turned an amazing scarlet. Then, as if that wasn't enough, the small flowers fade, and winged fruits appear, which are orange and red Height: 4m (13'). Spread: 4m (13'). Planting Distance: 30cm (12"). (4 plants per metre for a single line hedge).

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How to plant hedging

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100 Bare Root Plants (60-90cm (24-34in) In Height) (T74602P)

50 Bare Root Plants (60-90cm (24-34in) In Height) (T74601P)

1000 Bare Root Plants (60-90cm (24-34in) In Height) (T74592P)

500 Bare Root Plants (60-90cm (24-34in) In Height) (T74591P)

250 Bare Root Plants (60-90cm (24-34in) In Height) (T74590P)

10 Bare Root Plants (60-90cm (24-34in) In Height) (T70295P)

25 Bare Root Plants (60-90cm (24-34in) In Height) (KB0052)

1 Bare Root Plant (60-90cm (24-34in) In Height) (70294)

2 x 3 Litre Potted Plants (KF1834)

1 x 3 Litre Potted Plant (KF1833)

How to Grow

Grow Euonymus europaeus plants on moist, but well-drained soil in full sun or partisl shade. Plants will tolerate exposed and coastal gardens, and may give better autumn colour when grown in full sun.

These plants are lifted from the nursery field when dormant, and sent to you in late autumn or spring for planting. They often look dead on arrival, but they are just resting in the dormant period and will establish quickly for a strong start in the garden come spring. Set out in prepared soil in holes wide enough and deep enough to lay out the roots. Tread down the planting soil to knock out air pockets. Water well to settle. Apply a mulch to protect roots from cold temperatures. If conditions prevent immediate planting, set roughly into loose soil or a pot of compost (‘heeling in’) to protect the roots. Set these at the same level as they were in the nursery field – you should see a soil line at the base of the stem. Stake trees, taller shrubs and roses to prevent root disturbance.

More Info

Plants of the Spindle Bush are low maintenance and require very little pruning- simply trim them to remove any dead, diseased or damaged growth.

Delivery

Seeds and garden supplies will normally be delivered within the time period stated against each product as detailed above. Plants, bulbs, corms, tubers, shrubs, trees, potatoes, etc. are delivered at the appropriate time for planting or potting on. Delivery times will be stated on the product page above, or in your order acknowledgement page and email.

Orders for packets of seed incur a delivery charge of £2.99.

Orders which include any other products will incur a delivery charge of £6.99.

Where an order includes both packets of seeds and other products, a maximum delivery charge of £7.99 will apply - regardless of the number of items ordered.

Large items may incur a higher delivery charge - this will be displayed in your shopping basket.

Please see our Delivery page for further details, and more information on different charges that may apply to certain destinations.

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