prickly spindle

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A prostrate evergreen shrub with mid-green leathery oval leaves, small cream flowers April to May and unique spiky orange fruit appearing in September. Can be used as ground cover or to train up a wall

Scientific classification

Species: prickly spindle (Euonymus aculeatus)
Genus: Euonymus
Family: Celastraceae

Harmful if eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
Toxicity: Shrubs · Climber Wall Shrub
Plant type: 1.5-2.5 metres
Height: 1-1.5 metres
Spread: Evergreen
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Habit: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
Season of interest: Full shade · Full sun · Partial shade
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Distribution of prickly spindle

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Culture

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Toxicity

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

Quick identification of prickly spindle

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prickly spindle care guide

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

Usually little pruning is needed. Lightly shape if necessary, removing dead, damaged or diseased shoots. Prune after flowering.

Propagation

Propagate by semi-hardwood cuttings

Growing

Grow in well-drained soil in partial or full shade; grow in full sun if soil is moisture retentive. It will climb vigorously if supported and is ideal trained against a shady wall

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