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Burning Bush - Compacta

Euonymus alatus 'Compactus'

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Burning Bush - Compacta Details:

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Mature Height	8 - 10 feet
Mature Spread	8 - 10 feet
Soil Type	Widely Adaptable
Moisture	Widely Adaptable
Mature Form	Upright, Round
Growth Rate	Moderate
Sun Exposure	Full Sun - Partial Sun
Flower Color	Green and Yellow
Fall Color	Crimson Red
Foliage Color	Green
P Size	Mixed Colors
Zones	4-8

The Burning Bush, Euonymus alatus 'Compacta' has an outstanding red fall color. The deep dark red leaves almost glow with color in the fall. The plant is shade tolerant but has inferior fall color and reduced density in shade. Burning Bush transplants easily and may be sheared. The corky wings on the twigs hold winter snow, outlining the branch structure.

The orange and red fruit is ornamental if produced in quantity, but plants vary in the amount of fruit they produce. Burning Bush is a favorite winter food of rabbits and mice. This deciduous bush withstands acidic or alkaline soils and a wide range of temperatures. Established plants can take some drought too.

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Problems, 8/27/2006 8:30:26 PM
Reviewer: Fran
I bought a Burning Bush about six months ago. While driving home with it in the back seat next to the window, it appeared to be affected by the heat through the window. Its never really responded to my care. I got a few new sprouts on one side, but more or less its just "there." Now a few holes are appearing in the leaves, but I see nothing. Any suggestions? Answer from Nature Hills: The Burning Bush is most likely just stressing out from transplanting, the holes are just a nature thing, and the new leaves next spring will be fine.
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no red, 9/28/2006 3:26:53 PM
Reviewer: 8888
we recieved a burning bush (euonymus alatus) as a remembrance of my belated mother-in-law. the bush is in sun to part-sun and looks great, nice thick bush with beautiful green leaves but last fall and so far this fall, there is no red coloring at all. lots of other burning bushes in this area are mostly to all red. whats wrong with our bush? Answer from Nature Hills: Burning Bush need to be planted in a full location for the leaves to turn red in the fall.
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Burning Bush Planting Question, 10/2/2006 6:47:37 PM
Reviewer: Pilotguy
I am planning to plant a few more of the Compacta Burning Bush. I would like to know how far away from the foundation should I be planting them? Is the root system invasive? Answer from Nature Hills: The root system is not invasive. Plant about 6’ to 8’ foot away from your foundation and make your bed 10’ to 12’ wide.
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Question on planting time, 10/25/2006 3:33:03 PM
Reviewer: Mita
Hi, I am considering in planting a couple of Euonymus Altus in my front yard. When should I begin planting them? Would fall be a good time or do I have to wait until spring? Answer from Nature Hills: Fall planting is fine for planting the Euonymus Altus. As a rule of thumb, ground temperatures above 50 degrees will promote root development. If planted in late fall after the ground temperature is consistently lower than 50 degrees, little or no root growth would be evident.
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question, 11/6/2006 1:17:29 PM
Reviewer: lily
i brought a dwarf burning bush beginning of the summer. now its fall all my leaves are gone. the leaves did not turn red, they just felled off. is my tree dead or is this normal for the tree? Answer from Nature Hills: The Burning Bush will display the most brilliant red colors if it is in full sun all day long. Shade will prevent the red color from developing. The age of the plant would also impact the color. As the plant becomes established, you will begin to see more coloration in the fall. Finally, lack of water or drought conditions will hinder their red autumn display.
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The burning passion in the fall, 11/26/2006 1:40:59 PM
Reviewer: Dwnmista_2ofus
Frankly, I never knew the name of the bush but whenever I saw it in the fall it was always a beautiful sight, just passing through the neighborhood and driving pass the houses that the bush existed upon. I personally rate this bush the most beautiful and invigurating sight on this green earth. One day I will plant and maintain the burning bushes beauty upon my yard.
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Its GREAT, 4/19/2007 6:43:20 PM
Reviewer: ICUP
HEy EVERYBODY GO TO BURING BUSH ITS GREAT
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they "burn into your memory", 5/22/2007 7:03:40 AM
Reviewer: autumnskyy
My grandpa had a well-maintained in his yard where I grew up and I always thought that it was the most beautiful part of our yard. As a new home-owner I cant wait to plant one of my own. Their beauty is surpassed by none!!!!
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