Euonymus europaeus 'Red Cascade'
spindle tree
A large deciduous shrub, a native of European hedgerows, from which the wood was traditionally used for making...
Plant description
Eventual height & spread
Flowering period
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Plant features
Position
Full sun / light shade
Rate of growth
Average
Soil
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness
Fully hardy
How to care for Euonymus europaeus Red Cascade:
Please note:
Warning
GOES WELL WITH
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