Compact Burning Bush

Euonymus Alatus 'Compactus'

Overview

Compact Burning Bush (Euonymus alatus 'Compactus') is a dense, deciduous shrub, valued for its vivid red fall foliage. It reaches 5-6 feet in height and width, ideal for hedge or foundation plantings. Small, inconspicuous flowers precede red berries. Prefers full sun to partial shade in well-drained soil. Minimal pruning needed. Hardy in zones 4-8, it provides year-round interest, especially notable in autumn when leaves become a blazing red spectacle.

Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 3–11Type ShrubClimate Temperate

Compact Burning Bush (Euonymus Alatus 'Compactus') — adding about 1 to 2 feet per year

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones: 3–11

Shape & size

Classification

Type: Shrub
Family: Celastraceae
Climate: Temperate

See full data, regional cultivation notes, and design tools. Build a client presentation around this plant.

Start your 14-day trial

Photos (35)

Compact Burning Bush (Euonymus Alatus 'Compactus') — making it a relatively low-maintenance choice for both new and experienced garden enthusiasts

$Compact Burning Bush (Euonymus Alatus 'Compactus') — It\'s a cultivar of the winged euonymus and is beloved for its smaller; its growth rate is moderate$

Compact Burning Bush (Euonymus Alatus 'Compactus') — is a favored deciduous shrub for its vibrant autumnal displays; this shrub typically reaches a mature

Compact Burning Bush (Euonymus Alatus 'Compactus') — creating a dramatic display

Compact Burning Bush (Euonymus Alatus 'Compactus') — Its growth rate is moderate

Compact Burning Bush (Euonymus Alatus 'Compactus') — especially notable in autumn when leaves become a blazing red spectacle; yellow flowers in the garden

$Compact Burning Bush (Euonymus Alatus 'Compactus') — It\'s a cultivar of the winged euonymus and is beloved for its smaller$

Compact Burning Bush (Euonymus Alatus 'Compactus') — valued for its vivid red fall foliage

Compact Burning Bush (Euonymus Alatus 'Compactus') — it provides year-round interest; creating a dramatic display

$Compact Burning Bush (Euonymus Alatus 'Compactus') — scientifically known as Euonymus alatus \'Compactus\'; prefers full sun to partial shade in well-drained$