Euonymus alatus
Winged Spindle
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Winged Spindle (Euonymus alatus) - Description
Euonymus alatus, known variously as winged spindle, winged euonymus or burning bush, is a species of flowering plant in the family Celastraceae, native to central and northern China, Japan, and Korea. This deciduous shrub grows to 2. 5 metres (8 ft 2 in) tall, often wider than tall. The stems are notable for their four corky ridges or "wings".
Winged Spindle (Euonymus alatus) - Blooming
The inconspicuous flowers may give rise to showy fruit, but many individuals or cultivars will have a sparse load.
Winged Spindle (Euonymus alatus) - Growth
Euonymus grows best in a sunny spot to promote rich red autumn foliage. They are tolerant of urban conditions.
Winged Spindle (Euonymus alatus) - Planting
Propagate from ripe seeds, softwood cuttings or deciduous species, and semi ripe cuttings of evergreens. If transplanting do so when the ground is not frozen during the dormant months. The hole should be about twice as wide as the root ball. The plant may need to be staked for 6 months until established. For use in a hedge, plant at half the spread distance, otherwise plant farther apart.
Winged Spindle (Euonymus alatus) - Pest
Common pests are scale insects, mites, leaf miners, aphids, and mealybugs. Other problems include stem dieback, fungal spots, witches' broom, and powdery mildew, all of which are quite frequent.
Winged Spindle (Euonymus alatus) - Interesting facts
Ingestion of any part of Euonymus can cause a moderately upset stomach. The wood was once used for spindles used in spinning wool.
Winged Spindle (Euonymus alatus) - Soil and irrigation
Moisture retentive soil, especially necessary in full sun. Deciduous species can tolerate somewhat dry soil. Soil must be fast-draining.
