Euonymus alatus 'Compactus'
winged spindle or fire bush
A compact, dense, bushy, deciduous shrub with dark green leaves turning brilliant shades of strawberry-red in autumn, this winged spindle is...
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Plant description
A compact, dense, bushy, deciduous shrub with dark green leaves turning brilliant shades of strawberry-red in autumn, this winged spindle is named after the large, corky wings that are revealed after it has shed its leaves.
Best planted in an area where the sun catches the spectacular autumn foliage, Euonymus alatus 'Compactus' makes an excellent specimen plant for a well-drained shrub border or woodland edge.
Best planted in an area where the sun catches the spectacular autumn foliage, Euonymus alatus 'Compactus' makes an excellent specimen plant for a well-drained shrub border or woodland edge.
Eventual height & spread
Flowering period
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Plant features
Position
Full sun
Rate of growth
Average
Soil
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness
Fully hardy
How to care for Euonymus alatus Compactus:
When planting, dig a generous hole and mix some well-rotted compost or manure into the soil to enrich it before backfilling. Also incorporate mycorrhizal fungi to boost establishment. After planting, apply 5-7cm (2-3in) of organic mulch around the base to retain moisture and suppress weeds.
Prune after flowering, as needed, to maintain shape and control size, removing any old, crossing, or misdirected stems. Dormant pruning before spring helps rejuvenate the plant, but heavy tip pruning is generally not required unless shaping is desired. Thinning the interior improves airflow and overall health.
Prune after flowering, as needed, to maintain shape and control size, removing any old, crossing, or misdirected stems. Dormant pruning before spring helps rejuvenate the plant, but heavy tip pruning is generally not required unless shaping is desired. Thinning the interior improves airflow and overall health.
Please note:
This shrub is deciduous so it will lose all its leaves in autumn, then fresh new foliage appears again each spring.
Warning
Humans/Pets: Harmful if eaten
