Overview
Euonymus / Spindle Bonsai (Euonymus species) is a small-leaved shrub with autumn colour and decorative pink-orange fruits on some species. It is best suited to shohin, hedgerow bonsai, clump and informal upright styles. For UK growers, treat it as: Outdoor.
Placement
full sun to partial shade
Watering
keep evenly moist; avoid long droughts
Feeding and fertilising
feed in spring and summer
Pruning and wiring
clip regularly; thin dense growth to avoid pests
Repotting
repot every 2-3 years in spring
Propagation
cuttings, seed or layering
Pests, diseases and common issues
scale, mildew, vine weevil and spindle caterpillars