Euonymus alatus 'Compacta'
Dwarf Burning Bush
You can’t beat the bright red fall color of Burning Bush. Very few problems with this hardy shrub. Even the bark is interesting as it captures ice and snow in winter. The fruit hang when ripe, feeding birds mid-winter.
- Bright red fall color.
- Grows 8-10′ tall.
- Corky wings that hold ice and snow in winter.
- Round habit.
- Good as a hedge or foundation planting.
The fall color intensifies when the shrub is grown in full sun and has sufficient moisture.
Look for other varieties of Burning Bush: Fireball, Rudy Haag, and Wahoo.
Growing Tips:
Burning Bush does not like wet feet.
Pruning can be done any time of year, except from Aug – Oct.
There are very few insect of disease problems with Burning Bush.
Characteristics & Attributes
Height: 8-10 feet
Spread: 8-10 feet
Hardiness Zone:
- 3
