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large-flowered spindle tree

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A large, deciduous shrub which can be referred to as semi-evergreen because of the thick texture of the large bright green leaves, which turn a deep wine purple in autumn. The large yellow flowers are about 2cm across and are followed by pinky yellow capsules with red seeds

Scientific classification

Species: large-flowered spindle tree (Euonymus grandiflorus)
Genus: Euonymus
Family: Celastraceae

Harmful if eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
Toxicity: Shrubs
Plant type: 4-8 metres
Height: 4-8 metres
Spread: Deciduous
Foliage: Bushy
Habit: Autumn · Spring · Summer
Season of interest: Full sun · Partial shade
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Distribution of large-flowered spindle tree

Distribution map

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Culture

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Toxicity

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

Quick identification of large-flowered spindle tree

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large-flowered 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.