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  • Answered by
    MichiganDot on
    August 3, 2018
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    Fall is a good time to transplant even in cold areas. Roots will keep working until the ground freezes to the roots' depth. Burning bush will have young roots at least 6 inches deep. It takes at least a month of very cold weather to freeze that deep leaving 2-3 months for root establishment. Transplanting in spring is possible but spring weather is variable and some years are warm, almost hot, and dry. This is very challenging to a large plant that is trying to establish roots and put out new leaves at the same time. For fall transplants, water until the ground freezes to keep the new roots from drying out.

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  • Answered by
    MichiganDot on
    August 7, 2018
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    It isn't easy to kill Euonymus alatus, aka burning bush. That is the good news. Of course, August is not a good time for pruning but done is done. I would take corrective measures when the plant is dormant this winter. Trim back top-growth so sunlight can penetrate down to the cut back area. Sunlight is crucial to new growth making it. Any old, thick branches can be removed to the ground. Unfortunately, new growth now, spurred by the pruning, may not have time to harden off before winter. In my city, it is the homeowner's obligation to keep plants from encroaching on the sidewalk or obstructing the view for cars backing out of driveways. Make sure your shrubs will be in compliance when they re-grow. It may be time to move them back.

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    MichiganDot on
    August 20, 2018
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    If your shrub has been heat or drought stressed this year, it may slide early into fall colors and dormancy as a protective measure. Make sure it is watered all the way into winter. A stressed plant is more susceptible to winter dieback. If there is any reason to suspect nutrient deficiency causing stress, have the soil tested. Euonymus diseases typically turn leaves brown. If red leaves are only happening on a few branches, cut off a section and examine the pith or inner core. It should be white. Verticillium wilt develops brown or purple streaks in the pith. Affected branches should be removed as well as fallen leaves and any mulch. Keep cutting back until white pith is found.

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    Downtoearthdigs on
    August 20, 2018
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    Your burning bush should naturally turn red in the autumn. In order for this to happen, though, it needs at least 6 hours of full sun. So if it's not changing and you think it should, it might be time to move it to a sunnier spot. This article will tell you more about burning bush care:
    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/burning-bush/burning-bush-care.htm

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    MichiganDot on
    September 8, 2018
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    Wait until the plant goes dormant. Right now the shrub is preparing for winter which means carbohydrates flow from the leaves to the roots to ensure winter survival. Since pruning spurs new growth, the flow is reversed leaving roots more depleted than they should be. New growth at this point does not have time to harden off - a process that takes weeks for a shrub or tree. This new growth might succumb to winter kill or winter die-back. Burning bush, Euonymus alatus, is an easy care shrub. It is tough and hardy. Pruning in fall is not advisable in climates where plants go dormant for winter. Minor trimming of soft tips is OK.

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    Downtoearthdigs on
    September 21, 2018
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    It is best to fertilize these in early spring each year to get it to really show some color. Here is an article for more useful information: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/burning-bush/burning-bush-care.htm

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    MichiganDot on
    October 15, 2018
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    You can plant it this week or wait until spring. If fall planting, water it during dry spells even after leaf drop. Mulch the ground over the rootball with 2-4 inches. Do not let mulch contact the shrub's bark. Make sure you give burning bush the room it needs. "Dwarf" and "compact" are relative terms and can be misleading. Dwarf burning bush easily grows to 8-10 ft. It will have the richest fall color if planted in full sun.

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    Downtoearthdigs on
    November 7, 2018
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    This is likely due to its genetics. Other options will include making sure it receives full sun, and cool temperatures a little bit above freezing. If it is above or below, then the plant may not be as brilliantly colored. These two articles will help:

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/burning-bush/burning-bush-care.htm
    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/tgen/keeping-red-trees-red.htm

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