Pot Grown Spindle 'Emerald 'n' Gold'
(Euonymus fortunei 'Emerald 'n' Gold')

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The Spindle ‰ۡÌÝÌáEmerald ‰ۡÌÝÌán‰ۡó» Gold‰ۡó» is also known by its Latin name of ‰ۡÌÝÌáEuonymus fortunei ‰ۡÌÝÌáEmerald ‰ۡÌÝÌán‰ۡó» Gold.‰ۡó» This plant is an evergreen shrub, known for its compact form, decorated with pretty leaves which are edges in gold and tend to turn a pink-red colour in the colder days, giving you some pleasurable winter colour.

It is a very slow growing shrub, with an approximate growth rate of 7-10cm per year. It will only likely reach 1m, which makes it a very easy plant to prune and maintain. The Spindle ‰ۡÌÝÌáEmerald ‰ۡÌÝÌán‰ۡó» Gold‰ۡó» is perfect for planting in borders or pathways, as it has such a compact nature.

The Euonymus fortunei prefers to be planted in full sun, but it is also tolerant to full shade. It can also be planted in any normal soil, that is well-drained, and in either sheltered or exposed sites.

• Growth height: Average (20-40cm per year)
• Ideal height: 1.2m-2.5m Medium
• Soil Type: Normal
• Exposure: Coastal, Exposed, Inland, Sheltered
• Aspect: Full shade, Semi-shade, Sun
• Evergreen foliage? Yes

As it is pot grown, you can easily leave the plant in its pot for a few days/weeks before planting it. Just make sure you keep the plant well-watered, and it gets enough sun. Don't leave it for too long, however, as you don't want the roots becoming root bound.

Trimming and pruning of your Emerald ‰ۡÌÝÌán‰ۡó» Gold should always be done between April and May. You will need to trim away any new shoots in May, too, as this will help to encourage a denser, bushier, new growth. It will then need neatening up again in late summer- cut away plain green leaves right back to the branch.

1. Prepare the soil by mixing in some compost. Dig the hole- this will have to be about twice the width of the root system, but the same depth.
2. Remove the plant from its pot by placing one hand on the base of the plant, and the other at the bottom of the pot. Wriggle the pot away gently.
3. Untangle the roots a little as they may be clumped together.
4. Place the plant into the hole, ensuring the base of the stem is level with the surface of the soil. Follow this with backfilling the hole with your soil mix, and patting down lightly to secure.
5. When you're done, thoroughly water the plant. Ensure you regularly water throughout its first year, as the plant needs plenty to be able to settle down, recover, and establish.