Euonymus grandiflorus
Spindle
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Spindle (Euonymus grandiflorus) - Description
Euonymus grandiflorus is a species of plant in the Celastraceae family. It is found in China, Myanmar, and Nepal.
Spindle (Euonymus grandiflorus) - Blooming
The inconspicuous flowers may give rise to showy fruit, but many individuals or cultivars will have a sparse load.
Spindle (Euonymus grandiflorus) - Growth
Euonymus grows best in a sunny spot to promote rich red autumn foliage. They are tolerant of urban conditions.
Spindle (Euonymus grandiflorus) - Planting
Propagate from ripe seeds, softwood cuttings or deciduous species, and semi ripe cuttings of evergreens. If transplanting do so when the ground is not frozen during the dormant months. The hole should be about twice as wide as the root ball. The plant may need to be staked for 6 months until established. For use in a hedge, plant at half the spread distance, otherwise plant farther apart.
Spindle (Euonymus grandiflorus) - Pest
Common pests are scale insects, mites, leaf miners, aphids, and mealybugs. Other problems include stem dieback, fungal spots, witches' broom, and powdery mildew, all of which are quite frequent.
Spindle (Euonymus grandiflorus) - Interesting facts
Ingestion of any part of Euonymus can cause a moderately upset stomach. The wood was once used for spindles used in spinning wool.
Spindle (Euonymus grandiflorus) - Soil and irrigation
Moisture retentive soil, especially necessary in full sun. Deciduous species can tolerate somewhat dry soil. Soil must be fast-draining.
