Dwarf Burning Bush
Euonymus alatus 'Compactus'
Plant Details:
Plant Type: Shrub
Plant Family: Celastraceae
Plant Description: A large, dense, bushy, deciduous shrub with dark green leaves that turn a brilliant red in autumn. Has a fairly slow growth rate and bears a insignificant white flower in May, followed by a small orange-red fruit, ripening in September. "Dwarf" is a bit of a misnomer, as this shrub can get up to 20 feet tall. Known to be invasive in wetter climates; may re-seed. Prefers full sun, but will tolerate some shade and moist well drained soils.
Maintenance:
Maintenance Type: Shrub - Thinning
Plant Care: Shrub - Thinning (woody multi-stemmed plants that lose their leaves every winter and look best on older stems): Prune dead, diseased, or rubbing branches. Pruning is best done in late winter to early spring for most shrubs. With spring blooming shrubs, prune after the blooms are spent. Remove up to 1/3rd of the overall shrub, keeping older branches to build up a sturdy, permanent and picturesque framework. Keep in mind that these shrubs bloom directly on older wood or on shoots that come off old wood. Monitor for pests, diseases, or other ailments on a regular basis.
Plant Attributes:
Mature Size: 15-20' tall x 10' wide
Utah Native: No
Plant Select: No
Pollinator Friendly: No
Localscapes: Perimeter Plant, Foundation Plant
Foliage Interest: No
Foliage Colors: Green
Growing Conditions:
Hardiness Zone: 4 to 9
Light Requirement: Full Sun (6+ hrs sun), Part Shade (4-6 hrs morning sun), Part Sun (4-6 hrs afternoon sun)
Irrigation Requirement: 
Moderate (1/2" every 7-10 days)
Moderate (1/2" every 7-10 days)
Salt Tolerant: Unknown
Deer Resistant: Unknown
Garden Location:
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Design Path
- Scene or Unseen
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Irrigation Path
- Irrigation Hardware
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Maintenance Path
- Maintenance Matters
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Neighborhood Landscapes
- Gathering Area
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Spring -
Summer -
Fall -
Winter
