| Common Name | American Spindle |
| Family | Celastraceae |
| Genus | Euonymus |
| Species | Americanus |
| Origin | Eastern North America |
| Blooming | Late spring, inconspicuous greenish flowers followed by orange pods |
| Leaf Color | Green, turning scarlet red in autumn; orange seed pods |
| Sunlight | Shade / Half-shade / Sun |
| Category | Outdoor plants |
| Pet Friendly | No |
Well-drained loam or clay; tolerates various pH levels including acidic to alkaline.
Keep soil consistently moist during establishment. Reduce watering significantly in winter dormancy.
Full sun for best fall color; tolerates partial shade in hotter climates.
Apply balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring before new growth emerges.
Prune immediately after flowering or in late winter to maintain shape and remove dead wood.
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