Euonymus japonicus January 3rd
(Evergreen Japanese Spindle) 

This picture only found it's way into this calendar, because of its 'rarity' value. (I don't mean that the picture itself is worth anything). This evergreen shrub/small tree rarely produces seeds. This is probably because it is often hacked about when grown as a hedge plant.  It has little real use in the garden - though does seem to have been planted in years gone by!

It can be grown in shaded spots, but so can many other more attractive shrubs. It is perhaps most useful at the seaside - where this picture was taken - for it will tolerate salt.  Can be affected by mildew. All parts of the shrub can cause stomach problems if eaten!

Best avoided really!