10 Dwarf Burning Bush Plants - Hardy Bare Root Shrubs with Red Fall Foliage

Dwarf Burning Bush (Euonymus alatus 'Compactus') is a compact, deciduous shrub prized for its brilliant scarlet-red fall foliage. This hardy shrub brings reliable seasonal color to borders, foundation plantings, and low hedges, and its dense branching habit provides a neat, rounded form through the growing season. In autumn, the green summer leaves transform into a fiery display that stands out in any landscape.

These bare root shrubs are shipped ready for planting, offering an economical way to establish a group planting or hedge. Dwarf Burning Bush is adaptable to a range of conditions and is a favorite for gardeners seeking low-maintenance fall interest.

Plant Features

• Compact dwarf habit, typically reaching 4-6 feet tall and wide at maturity
• Vibrant scarlet-red fall foliage
• Deciduous shrub with dense branching
• Adaptable to many soil types and tolerant of urban conditions
• Ideal for hedges, borders, and mass plantings

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Euonymus alatus 'Compactus'
• Plant Type: Deciduous shrub
• Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil: Well-drained soil; tolerates a range of soil types
• Water Requirements: Moderate; water regularly during establishment
• Growth Habit: Compact, rounded
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 4-8
• Bloom Season: Inconspicuous greenish flowers in spring
• Mature Height: 4-6 feet
• Spacing: 4-6 feet apart for hedge or mass planting

Planting & Care

Plant bare root shrubs as soon as possible after arrival. Soak the roots in water for a few hours before planting. Dig a hole wide enough to spread the roots without crowding, and set the plant at the same depth it grew previously. Backfill with native soil, firm gently, and water thoroughly to settle the soil. Apply a layer of mulch around the base to conserve moisture and suppress weeds, keeping mulch away from the stems.

Water regularly during the first growing season to encourage deep roots. Once established, Dwarf Burning Bush is relatively drought tolerant. Prune in late winter or early spring if needed to shape or maintain size. Fall color is best in full sun.

What's Included

10 Dwarf Burning Bush bare root shrubs.