Other common names
warty-barked spindle tree
Shrubs
A deciduous shrub, up to around 3m high, with densely warty bark on the young branches. Leaves are oval, finely toothed and deep green, turning red in autumn. Clusters of small, purple-brown flowers are produced in late spring, sometimes followed by deep pink, four-winged seed cases that split open to reveal glossy black seeds with a bright orange coating
Position
Full sun, Partial shade
Soil Types
Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Max Height
2.5-4 metres
Max Spread
2.5-4 metres