Euonymus europaeus Red Cascade (Spindle)
Noted for its spectacular fall foliage and very ornamental berries, Euonymus europaeus 'Red Cascade' (Spindle) is a large, vigorous, deciduous shrub that is invaluable in the fall and winter garden. Its foliage of scalloped, oval, dark green leaves turns to a deep, lustrous red in fall, making the whole plant glow with color. In late spring to early summer, a profusion of tiny, insignificant, greenish flowers appear before being replaced by masses of bright rose-pink fruits that mature during the fall. At this time, each fruit capsule splits open to reveal tangerine-coated seeds which hang on far into winter. They are attractive to some birds who enjoy them during the winter months. Adding a spectacular splash of color when it is most needed, 'Red Cascade' is a very fine garden plant
- Winner of the prestigious Award of Garden Merit of the Royal Horticultural Society
- Grows up to 10 ft. tall (300 cm) and 8 ft. wide (240 cm).
- Full sun to part shade lover, this plant is easily grown in average, medium moisture, well-drained soils. While full shade is tolerated, the best fall display generally occurs in full sun. Tolerates a wide range of soils excluding boggy and wet soils.
- Watch for caterpillars, scale insects, and powdery mildews.
- Attracts birds and wildlife
- Great as a specimen plant, shrub borders, or as informal hedge or screen. This plant is particularly striking against a background of evergreens.
- Propagate by semi-hardwood cuttings
- Euonymus europaeus species is native to Europe and Temperate Asia.
- Find where this species is invasive in the United States.
- All parts may cause severe discomfort if ingested
Requirements
Hardiness | 4 – 7 |
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Heat Zones | 1 – 7 |
Climate Zones | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 14, 15, 16 |
Plant Type | Shrubs |
Plant Family | Euonymus |
Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
Season of Interest | Spring (Late)Summer (Early,Mid,Late)FallWinter |
Height | 9' – 10' (270cm – 3m) |
Spread | 7' – 8' (210cm – 240cm) |
Spacing | 96″ (240cm) |
Water Needs | Average |
Maintenance | Low |
Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Plant of Merit, Showy |
Attracts | Birds |
Garden Uses | Beds and Borders, Hedges and Screens |
Garden Styles | City and Courtyard, Informal and Cottage, Traditional Garden |