Deciduous Shrubs (Non-Flowering) – Burning Bush

Botanical name: euonymus alatus

Beginner friendly?: yes

Average size at maturity: up to 20 ft in height and in width

Hardy zone: zones 4-9

Foliage color: green/red/orange

Growth rate: 1 ft per year

Pruning instructions: lightly prune throughout the spring season as needed to maintain desired size and shape

Propagation methods: cutting or layering

Landscape use: ornamental plant, boarders, natural pest repellant

Light needs: 6 hours of sun per day

Special features: natural pest repellent, low maintenance, heat tolerant, colorful foliage

Watering instructions: allow the top 2 inches of soil to dry out between watering sessions

Fertilizing instructions : use a tree and shrub plant food slow release fertilizer once a year in the early spring

Best time to plant: spring or fall

Best type of soil: loam/sand

Companion plants: daylilies, oakleaf hydrangea, ornamental grasses

Toxicity level: slightly toxic for humans and toxic for pets if ingested

Invasive species: yes