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Euonymus oxyphyllus

Also Known As

  • Burning Bush
  • Korean Spindle Tree

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 8'-10'
  • W: 6'

planting zones

  • 5a-9b

Euonymus oxyphyllus plant details

Euonymus oxyphyllus is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Euonymus oxyphyllus

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: celastraceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 6 FT wide, 8 FT - 10 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring
Uses: fall color, hedge, windbreak

GROWING CONDITIONS for Euonymus oxyphyllus

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

?... in mid-Oct there are few more beautiful shrubs than this? (Bean); whether a small 25' tree or a 6' shrub, the red-purple of its leaves as back-drop for branches hung with bright red and scarlet fruits is breathtaking! S/M

Gardening facts about Euonymus oxyphyllus plant

How to Grow Euonymus oxyphyllus

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Wildlife

    • birds
    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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