How far apart do you plant burning bush?

If you want a hedge or continuous backdrop planting of 'Compacta,' plant the bushes seven feet apart in northern climates (zones 3 & 4), and 10 feet apart in zone 5 and south. Until the bushes grow to their full width, you'll want to fill in the gap with tall perennials or perhaps with other short-lived shrubs.

Rest of the detail can be read here. Subsequently, one may also ask, when should you plant burning bushes?

A • Fall (September to mid-October) or spring are the optimum times for planting burning bush. The most common form available in the nursery trade is the dwarf Euonymus alatus 'Compactus,' which grows to the approximate dimensions of 6 to 8 feet tall and wide.

how far apart should shrubs be? The space between shrubs should be at least half the total of their combined ultimate spread. For example, two shrubs expected to spread 4 feet and 6 feet, respectively, should be planted about 5 feet apart.

Subsequently, one may also ask, what can you plant next to a burning bush?

Suitable evergreens for use around burning bush plants include the Japanese cryptomeria (Cryptomeria japonica), monkey puzzle tree (Araucaria araucana), Douglas fir (Pseudotsuga menziesii) and the California red fir (Abies magnifica).

Do burning bushes need full sun?

Sunlight Requirements The Burning Bush grows best in partial shade to full sun. It develops and comes into its well-known bright red color when planted and grown in full sunlight. This brilliant shrub does very well in areas with a strong hot sun, followed by light, shade in the afternoon.