Burning Bush #3

Dwarf Burning BushEuonymus alatus 'Compactus' Height: 6–8 feet tall in MichiganSpread: 6–10 feet wideSpacing: Plant 5–8 feet apart for full form or 3–5 feet for hedgingGrowth Rate: ModerateBloom Color: Greenish-yellow (inconspicuous)DeciduousOrnamental shrub DescriptionDwarf Burning Bush is a bold, reliable shrub known for its tidy form and brilliant fall color. Through spring and summer, it offers clean, deep green foliage and a dense, mounded shape ideal for borders, hedges, or foundation plantings. As autumn arrives, its leaves turn a vibrant, fiery red—creating one of the most striking seasonal displays in any Michigan landscape. Though called "dwarf," it still becomes a substantial shrub over time, making it one of the finest medium-sized deciduous shrubs for long-term structure and late-season interest. General Care Sunlight: Thrives in full sun; tolerates part sun, though fall color is most vivid in full sun Mulching: Apply a 2–3 inch mulch layer to help retain moisture and