{"product_id":"spindle-tree-euonymus-europaeus","title":"Spindle Tree (euonymus europaeus)","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNative deciduous shrub or small tree (3–6m tall), highly valued for outstanding autumn display: leaves turn vivid pink-red, paired with striking pink four-lobed fruiting \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/3EqT5E609oU?si=8KJLAR5wNGnp2sY-\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBodies\u003c\/a\u003e splitting to reveal orange seeds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExcellent for wildlife gardens: fruits eagerly eaten by birds (robins, thrushes) in autumn\/winter; flowers attract pollinators; supports several moth species.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVery hardy, tolerant of most soils (including chalk, clay, poor\/dry), shade, exposure, and coastal conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIdeal for mixed native hedging, woodland edges, or as an ornamental specimen; compact size suits smaller gardens.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLow-maintenance and disease-resistant in UK conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlanting Guide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBest time: Bare-root November–March (dormant season); container-grown autumn or spring.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocation: Full sun to deep shade (sun for best autumn colour\/fruiting); any well-drained soil (tolerates poor, dry, wet, alkaline or acid); sheltered or exposed sites; potential spread from 2–4 metres.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePreparation: Dig hole twice root width; add organic matter to very poor soils.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlanting: Set at original depth (check soil mark on stem); firm in, water thoroughly, mulch base (keep clear of trunk).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAftercare: Water well first few years in dry spells; minimal pruning (late winter to shape\/remove dead wood); self-fertile but plant several for heavier fruiting; protect young plants from rabbits. Note: all parts especially the seeds are toxic if ingested.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Cumbria Tree Growers Ltd","offers":[{"title":"40-60cm","offer_id":58457567494488,"sku":null,"price":1.56,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"60-90cm","offer_id":58457567527256,"sku":null,"price":2.28,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1012\/4879\/4968\/files\/IMGSpindle.jpg?v=1789902184","url":"https:\/\/www.treegrowers.co.uk\/products\/spindle-tree-euonymus-europaeus","provider":"Cumbria Tree Growers Ltd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}