Growing Burning Bush from Seed

You have a packet of 25 burning bush (Euonymus alatus) seeds. Plant them all—germination rates vary, and you'll want multiple plants for a good hedge or to share.

Seed Starting Steps

1. Stratify: Mix seeds with moist sand/peat in a plastic bag; refrigerate 90 days (simulates winter).
2. Sow: In spring, plant 1/4 inch deep in seed-starting mix. Keep at 70°F.
3. Germination: Can take 30-60 days. Keep moist but not soggy.
4. Transplant: When seedlings have 2-3 true leaves, pot up individually.
5. Grow On: Harden off and plant outdoors after frost. Space 6-10 feet apart for hedges.

Note

Burning bush is invasive in many areas—check local regulations before planting. Consider native alternatives like Virginia sweetspire (Itea virginica) or chokeberry (Aronia).