Dwarf Burning Bush – 10 Bare Root Hardy Shrub Plants – Euonymus alatus – Fall Color

Dwarf Burning Bush: Add Stunning Fall Color to Your Garden

Bring vibrant color and lasting beauty to your landscape with our Dwarf Burning Bush (Euonymus alatus). This listing is for ten (10) bare root plants, each measuring 4-10″ in height. These healthy shrubs are freshly dug from our nursery after your order is placed, ensuring they arrive in optimal condition for planting and growth. The Dwarf Burning Bush is known for its rich green foliage throughout the summer, which transforms into a breathtaking display of pink to red hues in the fall. They make a show stopping hedge or accent plant that will add value to your property.

These versatile shrubs are perfect for adding color to your landscaping or creating a stunning hedge. When planting for a hedge, space the plants 2-3 feet apart. Left unpruned, they can reach up to 5 feet in height. The Dwarf Burning Bush is a slow-growing plant, adding 12 inches or less per year, allowing for easy maintenance and control over its size. Pruning new growth annually will help maintain your desired height and shape.

Key Benefits:

• Spectacular Fall Color: Enjoy a vibrant display of pink to red foliage in autumn.
• Easy to Grow: Adaptable to various soil types and light conditions.
• Versatile Use: Ideal for hedges, borders, or specimen plantings.
• Low Maintenance: Slow-growing and easy to prune to maintain desired size.
• Hardy and Reliable: Thrives in USDA Zones 3-8.

These hardy shrubs thrive in zones 3-8 and tolerate full sun to partial shade. They are adaptable to various soil types, from sand to clay. Our nursery is certified in the state of Tennessee (cert#2235), and we include planting instructions with every order to ensure your success. Please note that due to restrictions, we do not ship this item to NY, NH, MA, and VT.

The Euonymus alatus, commonly known as the Dwarf Burning Bush, is a deciduous shrub celebrated for its striking fall foliage. Its adaptability to different soil types, including chalk, clay, loam, peat, saline, sand, and silt, makes it a versatile choice for various garden settings. It thrives in diverse climates, from dry and cold to sub-tropical and temperate, and prefers full sun exposure, although it can tolerate partial shade. The shrub’s bush-like habit allows it to fit well in various landscape designs, offering both aesthetic appeal and practical functionality as a hedge or border plant.

This shrub’s relatively slow growth rate of less than 12 inches per year means it requires minimal pruning. However, pruning can be beneficial to maintain a desired height and shape, ensuring it remains a manageable and attractive feature in your garden. Its hardiness in USDA zones 3-8 further ensures its survivability and resilience in a wide range of environmental conditions, making it a reliable addition to any garden.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How tall will these Dwarf Burning Bushes get? When left unpruned, they can reach a mature height of up to 5 feet.
2. How far apart should I plant them if I want to create a hedge? For a dense hedge, plant them 2-3 feet apart.
3. What kind of soil do these shrubs need? They are adaptable and can grow in almost any soil from sand to clay.
4. How much sunlight do Dwarf Burning Bushes need? They thrive in full sun to partial shade.
5. When is the best time to plant these bare root shrubs? The ideal time to plant is in the spring or fall.