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Euonymus hamiltonianus

Euonymus hamiltonianus

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SpindleShrub, DeciduousFamily: Celastraceae

Height: 3mSpread: 2m
Hardy

Autumn colour

Flower colour:

White

Foliage colour:

Green

Position

Sun Exposure:

Dappled shade, full sun, partial shade

Aspect:

East facing, south facing, west facing

Position in Border:

Middle

Soil

Acidic / Clay / Heavy / Moist / Well Drained / Light / Sandy

Euonymous hamiltonianus is a large shrub with very hard, dense wood, which was traditionally used for making wooden staffs and small implements. It's an attractive tree, particularly in autumn when the foliage turns a bright magenta pink, contrasting well with evergreens and other deciduous shrubs.

The small insignificant flowers which appear in the summer are followed in autumn by a profusion of pink fruits. These split open to reveal dark pink seeds. For best results grow Euonymous hamiltonianus in a sheltered spot in full sun to partial shade, in moist but well-drained soil.

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Euonymus ‘Hamiltonianus’ and wildlife

Euonymus ‘Hamiltonianus’ is known for attracting birds. It has seeds for birds.

Is not known to attract Bees

Bees

Is not known to attract Beneficial insects

Beneficial insects

Is known to attract Birds

Birds

Is not known to attract Butterflies/Moths

Butterflies/Moths

Is not known to attract Other pollinators

Other pollinators

Is Euonymus ‘Hamiltonianus’ poisonous?

Euonymus ‘Hamiltonianus’ can be toxic.

Toxic to:

Is known to attract Cats

Cats

Is known to attract Dogs

Dogs

No reported toxicity to:

Is not known to attract Birds

Birds

Is not known to attract Horses

Horses

Is not known to attract Livestock

Livestock

Is not known to attract People

People