Strawberry Bush
Euonymus americanus
Also listed as Euonymus alternifolius, Euonymus angustifolius
Also known as American Strawberry Bush, Hearts-a-bustin', Bursting-heart
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A native deciduous shrub valued for its delicate spring flowers and striking bright pink seed capsules in fall. The arching branches and fine texture make it an attractive accent plant for woodland gardens.
Why grow it
Euonymus americanus offers a refined alternative to coarser native shrubs, with particularly ornamental fall capsules that persist longer than many woodland species. It performs well in partial shade to full sun across a range of soil conditions, making it adaptable for understory planting or mixed shrub borders where its fine texture contrasts with bolder foliage. The spring flowers attract pollinators while the fruit attracts birds, supporting broader ecological function in temperate gardens.
Watch out for
This species prefers consistent moisture during establishment and can struggle in prolonged drought without supplemental watering. In warmer zones or unusually hot summers, it may experience stress or reduced vigor if sited in full afternoon sun without afternoon shade relief.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
- Celastraceae
Native to the United States
Native Range
Eastern North America
Native to: Alabama, Arkansas, District of Columbia, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Missouri, Mississippi, North Carolina, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, West Virginia
Seasonality
Season of Interest
Shrub
Woody multi-stem plants at eye level.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Flood Tolerance
Deer Resistance
Inferred from USDA browse palatability
pH Range
Soil Texture
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
A native deciduous shrub valued for its delicate spring flowers and striking bright pink seed capsules in fall. The arching branches and fine texture make it an attractive accent plant for woodland gardens.
Climate Match for your location
See how well Strawberry Bush grows in your area.
Enter your ZIP code and we'll show you how this plant fits your local climate.
Why grow it
Euonymus americanus offers a refined alternative to coarser native shrubs, with particularly ornamental fall capsules that persist longer than many woodland species. It performs well in partial shade to full sun across a range of soil conditions, making it adaptable for understory planting or mixed shrub borders where its fine texture contrasts with bolder foliage. The spring flowers attract pollinators while the fruit attracts birds, supporting broader ecological function in temperate gardens.
Watch out for
This species prefers consistent moisture during establishment and can struggle in prolonged drought without supplemental watering. In warmer zones or unusually hot summers, it may experience stress or reduced vigor if sited in full afternoon sun without afternoon shade relief.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
- Celastraceae
Native to the United States
Native Range
Eastern North America
Native to: Alabama, Arkansas, District of Columbia, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Missouri, Mississippi, North Carolina, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, West Virginia
Seasonality
Season of Interest
Shrub
Woody multi-stem plants at eye level.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Flood Tolerance
Deer Resistance
Inferred from USDA browse palatability
pH Range
Soil Texture
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
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