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Euonymus alatus 'Compactus'
A sensational accent or natural hedge prized for its intense scarlet red fall coloring. The interesting, compact, mounded form displays attractive rich green leaves spring through summer. Exceptional when featured en masse, at the foreground of larger conifers or evergreen shrubs. Deciduous.
USDA Zones: 4-9
Plant Specifications
Height
6-8 feet
Spread
8-10 feet
Bloom Color
Green; Foliage -Green; Foliage Fall Color-Red
Planting and Care Tips
Plant
Easy to grow; adapts to most average, well-drained soils. Avoid poorly drained, soggy soils. Water deeply, regularly during first growing season to establish an extensive root system; reduce frequency, once established. Apply fertilizer in early spring. For best fall color, site in full sun, avoid drought stress, and do not heavily prune.
Feed
Apply fertilizer in early spring.
Water
Water when top 3 inches of soil is dry.
Prune
Do not heavily prune.
Exposure
Full sun