Shrub
Burning Bush, Winged Euonymus
Euonymus alatus
Features
Red fruits opening to show small orange seeds are a mild autumn feature; bright red autumn color; corky wings on stems add winter interest.
Culture
Full sun to partial shade; well-drained soils best; tolerates alkaline soil.
Cultivars
- 'Compactus' - Corky wings on the stems are less distinct, 10 feet tall
- 'Rudy Haag' - 4-5 feet tall, autumn color is deep pink to red
- 'Select' (Fireball™)- More hardy than the species, bright red autumn color, 5-8 feet tall
- 'Timber Creek' (Chicago Fire®)- Autumn color is bright red, produces quantities of bright orange fruit that persists, 8-10 feet tall
Mature Height
9-12 Feet
Size
Medium
Mature Width
9-12 Feet
Mature Form
Rounded or slightly wider than tall.
Native To:
Asia
USDA Hardiness Zone
4 - 8
Soil Conditions
Moist, Well-Drained
Tolerance
Alkaline Soil
Wind
Exposure/Light Requirements
Full Sun
Partial Sun/Shade
Uses
Border
Hedge
Massing
Screen
Specimen
Foliage Color
Green
Fall Foliage Color
Red
Pests and Problems
Environmental Damage
Insect Damage
Insect Relative Damage
Additional pests and problems that may affect this plant:
Scale insects can be a problem.
Additional Notes
This shrub may produce unwanted seedlings.
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