Euonymus bungeanus

Euonymus bungeanus

Euonymus bungeanus is a stately shrub or small deciduous tree. It is native to East Asia.

In Poland, it reaches 3 to 4 meters in height.

The leaves are large, dark green, and lanceolate. In autumn, they undergo a remarkable metamorphosis, taking on shades from bright orange to blood red and purple.

The fruit is the shrub's greatest attraction. These are pink-red capsules that burst in autumn, revealing seeds hidden in intensely orange arils.

The fruit persists on the branches long after the leaves have fallen.

Euonymus bungeanus prefers fertile, sandy-loam soil, moderately moist, but well-drained. It does not tolerate prolonged dryness well.

It prefers sunny or partly sunny locations, sheltered from strong winds.

The plant is fully frost-hardy in Polish conditions.