Euonymus Flameleaf

Euonymus, Flameleaf

EUONYMUS, FLAMELEAF (Burning Bush) Deciduous – Sun / Part Shade

Euonymus alatus Ht. 8’-15’ Spread 8’-15’

ewe-ON-eh-mus al-LAY-tus Spacing 4’-8’

HABIT: Thick, winged stems. Excellent red fall color.

CULTURE: Any soil, sun or shade. Best fall color in sun. Moderate water and fertilization requirements.

USES: Specimen, accent, fall color. Can be trimmed into small tree.

PROBLEMS: None serious.

NOTES: Native to northeast Asia and China. ‘Compacta’ is the dwarf version and better for small gardens. ‘Rudy Haag’ is even smaller growing – 4’-5’ height. They can be planted 3’4’-apart.