warted spindle tree

Also known as: warty-barked spindle tree

A deciduous shrub, up to around 3m high, with densely warty bark on the young branches. Leaves are oval, finely toothed and deep green, turning red in autumn. Clusters of small, purple-brown flowers are produced in late spring, sometimes followed by deep pink, four-winged seed cases that split open to reveal glossy black seeds with a bright orange coating

Scientific classification

Species: warted spindle tree (Euonymus verrucosus)
Genus: Euonymus
Family: Celastraceae

Harmful if eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
Toxicity: Shrubs
Plant type: 2.5-4 metres
Height: 2.5-4 metres
Spread: Deciduous
Foliage: Bushy
Habit: Autumn · Spring · Summer
Season of interest: Full sun · Partial shade
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Distribution of warted spindle tree

Distribution map

Southern Europe, Western Asia

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Culture

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Toxicity

Harmful if eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling

Quick identification of warted spindle tree

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warted spindle tree care guide

Deep watering during dry spells, allowing slight surface drying between soakings
Watering: Full sun · Partial shade
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Watering

Deep watering during dry spells, allowing slight surface drying between soakings

Fertilizing

Balanced shrub or tree feed once each early spring

Pruning

Little pruning is needed. Remove diseased, damaged, crowded or crossing shoots and unwanted growth. Timing depends on the plant: generally late winter or early spring; plants prone to bleeding and deciduous magnolias need different timing, and deciduous azaleas and lilacs are pruned after flowering.