Diablo Ninebark vs Burning Bush - TreeTime.ca

Diablo Ninebark vs Burning Bush

Euonymus alatus

Physocarpus opulifolius Diablo

Burning Bush
Diablo Ninebark

Burning Bush is a unique shrub whose leaves turn firey red in the fall. You can plant it in rows to make a hedge or on its own. Burning Bush requires little maintenance and thrives in just about any kind of soil, which makes it a good choice for inexperienced growers. Plant it in full sun to get its best fall color.

Note: Burning Bush is considered an invasive species in eastern North America. Please plant the right tree in the right place.

Diablo Ninebark is a small, low maintenance, multi-stemmed shrub, that is used to add texture or color to any yard. This plant grows dark purple leaves in the spring and grows slightly faster than Common Ninebark. It features flaky red to brown bark, clusters of white flowers, and long, maple-like leaves. Diablo Ninebark can make a dense and colorful hedge, or it can be an attractive ornamental by itself.

Burning Bush Quick Facts

Diablo Ninebark Quick Facts

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Zone: 4a
Zone: 3a
Height: 5 m (15 ft)
Height: 2.4 m (8 ft)
Spread: 3 m (10 ft)
Spread: 1.8 m (6 ft)
Moisture: normal
Moisture: dry, normal
Light: any
Light: partial shade, full sun
Hybrid: no
Hybrid: no
Catkins: no
Catkins: no
Fall colour: fiery red
Fall colour: yellow
Berries: reddish purple
Berries: red
Flowers: yellow-green
Flowers: white
Bark: brown to red, exfoliating
Growth rate: slow
Growth rate: fast
Life span: long
Life span: short
Maintenance: medium
Suckering: medium
Suckering: low




Other Names: winged burning bush, winged euonymus, winged spindle
Other Names: eastern ninebark, purple ninebark