Euonymus atropurpureus
Burning-Bush Euonymus, Spindle Tree, Eastern Wahoo
Tree Characteristics
Leaves:
Deciduous
Height:
4 - 6m
Width:
4 - 7m
Growth Rate:
Slow
Tree Tolerances
Plant Hardiness Zone:
4, 5, 6
Shade Tolerance:
Full Sun Part Shade
pH Tolerance:
Tolerant of acid to alkaline soil (5.0 to 8.0)
Drought Tolerance:
Moderate
Flooding Tolerance:
Unknown
Salt Spray Tolerance:
Unknown
Soil Salt Tolerance:
Unknown
Planting site and Native Range
Planting Site:
Naturalization, Residential, Wide Median
Native to Ontario:
Yes
Native to North America:
Yes
Insects and Diseases
No serious or common issues in the urban environment. Occasional issues with scale.
Management Notes
- Suckers heavily
- Fruit are toxic