Euonymus alatus
Euonymus alatus, the Burning Bush, explodes in fiery crimson autumn colour. Its corky, winged stems offer fascinating winter structure. This low-maintenance shrub thrives in sun to part shade. It’s a striking accent for any mixed border or small garden.
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Are you searching for a show-stopping shrub that offers drama across all four seasons in your UK garden? Meet the Euonymus alatus, a large, spreading, bushy, and multi-stemmed shrub instantly recognisable by its conspicuous corky-winged stems.
This plant is famed for its vivid autumn foliage, turning magnificent shades of scarlet, crimson, rosy red, and pink, complemented in the autumn by purple-red fruits that split to reveal bright orange seeds, although flowering in April and May produces small green flowers. Its architectural winged stems provide excellent visual structure during the winter months.
For the best performance and most vibrant autumn display, ensure it is positioned in full sun, although it tolerates partial shade; it thrives best in moist but well-drained soil and adapts well to various soil types, making it a reliable choice for your mixed borders or as an autumn focal point specimen planting. This plant is an excellent option if you are looking for reliable interest through the seasons.
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Common NameBurning bush
Growth RateMedium
Max height5 M
Bloom TimeMay to June
Flower ColourGreenish-yellow
Leaf ColourDark green
Autumn ColourScarlet to bright red
SunlightFull sun to partial shade (best autumn color in full sun)
PruningCan be pruned to maintain size; may require regular pruning
Seasonal SpringGreen foliage emerges; inconspicuous flowers may appear
Seasonal SummerDark green foliage; mature, dense shrub form
Seasonal AutumnBrilliant red foliage; visually striking scarlet color
Seasonal WinterCorky, winged branches provide structural winter interest
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