Winged Spindle
Euonymus alatus
Also known as
Winged spindle tree
Euonymous alatus by Gif absarnt (CC-BY-SA-3.0)
Full Sun
Easy care
Light watering
Frost Hardy
7a
USDA zone
-18°C
Minimum temperature
Expected size
Height | Spread | |
---|---|---|
2.5m | Max | 2.5m |
1.5m | Min | 1.5m |
20 years to reach maturity
Flowering
spring
summer
autumn
winter
This plant has no fragrance


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Winged Spindle Overview
Euonymus alatus - known by several other names, including Winged Spindle and Burning Bush - is a large, deciduous shrub whose branches often develop conspicuous angled 'wings' at the end of its branches. The oval leaves of Euonymus alatus turn a bright crimson colour in autumn, its spreading branches making a stunning display. Purple-red fruits - with orange seeds inside - follow small green flowers. Often planted as a specimen plant, or to brighten up a shady corner, Euonymus alatus can also be planted in a sunny situation and it likes well-drained soil. It is low maintenance.
Common problems with Winged Spindle
How to propagate Winged Spindle
Cuttings
Seed
Seed in autumn.
Special features of Winged Spindle
Attractive leaves
Autumn colour
Hedge plant
Other uses of Winged Spindle
Banks, specimen, ornamental bark, foliage, hedging, border, fruit. Suitable for coastal conditions.