Euonymus Alatus Fireball

Fire Ball Burning Bush

Euonymus alatus ‘Fireball’ — commonly called Burning Bush — is a compact, dense deciduous shrub valued for its brilliant fall color and manageable size. It features rich green foliage throughout the growing season that turns a vivid, fiery red in fall, creating a striking display. The stems have distinctive corky ridges (wings) that provide subtle winter interest after leaf drop. Its smaller, rounded habit makes it ideal for residential landscapes and foundation plantings.

Mature Size:
Width: 4–5 ft
Height: 4–5 ft

USDA Zones: 4a–8b
Light: Full sun to partial shade (best fall color in full sun)
Soil: Average, well-drained soils; highly adaptable
Water: Moderate; drought tolerant once established

Wildlife: Provides cover for birds; fruits may be eaten by birds

Features & Landscape Uses:
Form: Compact, rounded, dense shrub
Brilliant red fall color provides strong seasonal interest
Corky, winged stems add winter texture and interest
Excellent for foundation plantings, low hedges, and mass plantings
Highly adaptable and easy to grow

Maintenance:
Prune as needed to maintain shape or size
Tolerates shearing and rejuvenation pruning
Monitor spread in natural areas, as it can self-seed in some regions

Plant type

Deciduous Shrub

Height

6-8 '

Width

6-8 '

Hardiness zones

4–8

Sunlight

Full Sun, Partial Shade

Growth rate

Moderate

Bloom time

Fall

Leaf color

Dark Green

Fall color

Crimson

Soil

Normal, Well Drained

Landscape use

Accent Plant, Foundation Plant, Hedge, Mass Planting

Shape

Compact, Oval/Rounded

Deer resistant

Yes

Drought tolerant

Yes