Eastern wahoo (Euonymus atropurpureus) yew-ON-ih-mus at-tro-per-per-EE-us Genus:  Euonymus Because it is a relative of the immensely popular burning bush ( E. alatus ), it isn't surprising that eastern wahoo has great fall color. This North American native grows as a small tree in the southern part of its range and as a large shrub on the Plains. The bright red of its fall foliage is amplified and extended by abundant clusters of scarlet fruits that persist after the leaves have fallen, providing color even into midwinter. Eastern wahoo is effective as an accent plant or when massed wherever a bold, surprising splash of color is desired. Noteworthy Characteristics:  U.S. native. Beautiful fall color and fruit. Care:  Provide full sun to partial shade and deep, fertile soil. Propagation:  Root greenwood cuttings in summer, or sow fresh seed in a cold frame. Problems:  Scale.

Overview

Height 10 ft. to 15 ft. Spread 6 ft. to 10 ft. Light Full Sun to Part Shade Moisture Medium Moisture Maintenance Low Characteristics Attracts Song Birds, Native, Showy Fall Foliage, Showy Fruit Bloom Time Early Summer, Summer Flower Color Purple Uses Beds and Borders, Hedge, Screening Style Woodland Garden Seasonal Interest Fall Interest Type Shrubs