Burning Bush (Euonymus Alatus) is a perennial shrub in the Celastraceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 4-8. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

Euonymus alatus is a deciduous shrub known for its spectacular red fall foliage and distinctive corky 'wings' along its stems.

Burning Bush

Burning Bush

Euonymus Alatus

Euonymus alatus is a deciduous shrub known for its spectacular red fall foliage and distinctive corky 'wings' along its stems.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
4-8

Safety

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Not Pet Safe
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Not Child Safe
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Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:clay, sandy, loamy
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:specimen, hedge, screen

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Burning Bush

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Celastraceae
Genus:Euonymus