Hardiness
Zone 4–8
Discover the plant
Winged spindle tree 'Chicago Fire'
FamilyCelastraceae
Euonymus alatus ‘Chicago Fire’ is a compact ornamental shrub highly valued for its exceptionally intense autumn coloring. Selected for its denser and more controlled habit than the species type, it forms a rounded and well-branched silhouette, ideal for borders, low hedges, and specimen planting. Its dark green deciduous foliage transforms in autumn into a flamboyant and uniform scarlet red, offering a striking spectacle that immediately catches the eye. In winter, its branches with corky wings retain a discreet but decorative structural interest. Robust and easy to maintain, Euonymus alatus ‘Chicago Fire’ adapts to various well-drained soils and is very hardy, making it an excellent choice for Quebec gardens seeking color, structure, and reliability across multiple seasons.
Soil and care
The rightconditions.
Fertilization
Slow-release fertilizer 14-7-14 or 4-2-8. Fertilize monthly or as directed on the bag. Add Myke at planting.
Bloom and dimensions
The completeprofile.
Bloom periodSpring
Flower colorNon-ornamental
Foliage colorGreen
Foliage typeObsolete
FruitingSmall pink decorative capsules with orange seeds
Maximum height2.5 to 3 m (8 to 10 feet)
Maximum width2.5 m (8 feet)
Growth rateaverage
Hardiness zoneZone 4–8
Minimum temperature'-34°C
