Euonymus atropurpureus

Eastern Wahoo

Tips for Homeowners:

Prune to remove dead branches or crossing branches in early spring.

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A large shrub or small tree, this plant has it all. It is adaptable to many growing conditions and the fall berries and foliage colors are absolutely lovely.

  • A North American native!
  • Purple flowers followed by red berries
  • Bright red fall foliage

A great plant for the naturalized area of the landscape or as an informal hedge or screen. Will grow best in eastern and central Kansas.

Height: 12-20 ft
Spread: 15-25 ft
Zone: 3-7
Color: Purple

Interesting Notes about Eastern Wahoo:

If you're looking for something out of the ordinary, then plant this attractive shrub with its interesting seed pods that burst open to expose seeds that last into winter. Birds love the seed, in fact, it is considered a calling card for them. The one negative is that every part of the plant is poisonous to humans.


Characteristics & Attributes

Attributes:

  • Mass Planting
  • Fall Color
  • Specimen
  • Great Foliage
  • Summer Bloomer
  • Native
  • Attractive fruit
  • Low Maintenance
  • Naturalizing

Foliage Color:

  • Red
  • Green

Exposure:

  • Full Sun
  • Partial Sun

Attracts Wildlife:

  • Attracts Songbirds

Habit:

  • Upright

Season of Interest (Flowering):

  • Summer

Season of Interest (Foliage):

  • Fall

Soil Moisture:

  • Average Water
  • Moist, Well-Drained