Spindle tree (Euonymus europaeus) in a pot
Price range: £22.00 through £60.00
Size options
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- 30-60cm tall tree in a 2 litre pot
- 60-90cm tall tree in a 2 litre pot
- 1m-1.25m tall tree in a 2-10 litre pot
- 1.5m-1.8m tall tree in a 10 litre pot
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Description
Spindle (Euonymus europaeus)
A stunning native shrub‑tree with vivid pink and orange autumn colour — perfect for wildlife gardens, hedgerows and adding bold seasonal interest.
Spindle is one of the UK’s most colourful native species, famous for its spectacular pink seed pods that open to reveal bright orange seeds in autumn. Its compact size, vibrant foliage and exceptional wildlife value make it ideal for gardens, hedgerows and naturalistic planting schemes.Perfect For
- Small and medium gardens
- Wildlife‑friendly planting
- Hedgerows and mixed native borders
- Adding bold autumn colour
Why Choose Spindle?
- Exceptional autumn colour — vivid pink seed pods with bright orange seeds
- Compact and manageable — ideal for smaller spaces
- Excellent for wildlife — flowers for pollinators, seeds for birds
- Hardy and reliable — thrives in most soils, including chalk
Final Height & Spread
- Height: 3–6m at maturity
- Spread: 2–3m
- Compact, upright habit — easy to fit into most gardens
Growth Rate
- Moderate — typically 20–40cm per year
- Establishes well in a wide range of UK conditions
Wildlife Benefits
- Spring flowers support bees and early pollinators
- Autumn seeds are eaten by birds such as robins and blackbirds
- Dense structure provides shelter for insects and small birds
- Safety note: Spindle berries are toxic to humans and pets if eaten, so avoid planting where young children or animals may ingest the fruit.
Why Buy From Cotswold Trees?
- 5‑star rated independent nursery
- UK‑grown trees
- 100% peat‑free from seed to sale
- Personal service and delivery via tracked courier
- Grown with care by a small, expert team
- Full planting instructions included with every tree
- Plant passport supplied with every order
Spindle FAQs
How big does a Spindle get?
Spindle typically reaches 3–6m tall with a 2–3m spread, making it suitable for most gardens.
Is Spindle suitable for small gardens?
Yes — its compact, upright habit makes it ideal for smaller spaces and mixed borders.
How fast does Spindle grow?
Moderate growth, around 20–40cm per year once established.
Does Spindle need special soil?
No — it thrives in most well‑drained soils and is particularly tolerant of chalk and limestone.
Are Spindle berries poisonous?
Yes — Spindle berries are toxic to humans and pets if eaten. They are safe for wildlife, but avoid planting where children or animals may ingest the fruit.
Is Spindle good for wildlife?
Yes — it provides nectar, seeds and shelter, making it an excellent choice for wildlife‑friendly gardens.
You may have some doubts about the idea of buying trees online. Let us explain how Cotswold Trees make every effort to meet your needs and the highest quality standards:
Customer focused
We're a small company, with a focus on customer satisfaction and treat every customer order with care and attention it deserves. Our customers often share their positive experience with us.
Careful delivery
Buy a small tree online and your courier delivered trees are tracked and 100% guaranteed. If your tree is lost or damaged in transit we will send another.
To ensure the larger specimen trees reach you in the best possible condition, we hand deliver these ourselves, within the Cotswolds, Midlands and central southern England and we’re thrilled to announce that all large tree deliveries will now be made using our new zero-emissions van. 🌱🚛
Highest quality
Cotswold Trees individually select, nurture, prune and protect you tree over its early life. We always strive to send our customers only the most healthy and high quality specimens. We also work to industry recognised plant health standards and we are a DEFRA registered issuer of plant passports.
Thriving tree guarantee
Your small tree (up to 90cm tall at time of delivery) is backed by our thriving tree guarantee - If your tree is not thriving after 1 year and was planted and watered in line with our recommendations, we’ll replace it free of charge.
Sustainability
It's our ambition is to achieve the highest sustainability standards in production and delivery of our trees.
- We minimise waste in the growing stages, packaging and transport
- Since September 2021 we have moved to Peat-Free compost
- Over 50% of our irrigation is fed by a rainwater harvesting system
- Our tree irrigation and monitoring systems are powered entirely by solar power
- All large tree deliveries are via zero-emissions electric van
Read more about our sustainable approach in our annual sustainability report.
Supplying high quality trees with convenient home delivery at nursery competitive prices
Standard delivery for small trees is only £3.95 per order
Our small trees up to 1.2m are packaged carefully in special double layer cardboard boxes and delivered reliably and safely via Yodel, DPD or Parcelforce.
We ship at least twice a week to ensure you receive new trees within 5 working days and often much sooner. All courier deliveries are accompanied with tracking details. Order more, save more, as the delivery charge is per order not per tree.
Medium trees delivered from £9.95
For some of our range we offer medium sized trees between 1.2m to 1.8m tall delivered by DPD for a flat rate of £9.95 each. As with the smaller trees these are packaged in custom boxes to protect your tree in transit. Most tree orders of this size are dispatched within 5 working days.
Delivering larger trees across the Midlands & the Cotswolds
For trees taller than 1.8m, we offer a reasonably priced delivery service across the Midlands and the Cotswolds. Cotswold Trees are able to bring your chosen trees directly to you at home, often within 2 weeks of ordering using our new zero-emissions electric van.
Our closest delivery zones will see deliveries as quickly as 7-14 days, with outer zones sometimes requiring a longer lead time. Of course, when you place an order, we will communicate with you individually to confirm our next delivery dates.
Additional information
| Size | 30-60cm tall, 60-90cm tall, 1.5-1.8m tall + £9.95 courier delivery, 1m-1.25m tall |
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