Euonymus alatus
Winged Euonymus or Burning Bush
Description
The Euonymus is a large shrub with horizontal branching and corky, winged branchlets. While it may withstand heavy pruning, it is intolerant of water-logged and drought-inflicted soils. It has stunning fall color.
Sun
Full, Half, Shade
Water
Medium, Extra in Summer
Growth Rate
Moderate, Slow
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam
Soil Condition
Average, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Apply a layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.
Organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost or aged sawdust will also break down and improve the soil.