Hearts-A-Bustin’ (Euonymus americanus)
Description
Found in woody, moist areas, Hearts-a-bustin’ is a shrub that produces small (less than one inch) flowers in a variety of colors. The leaves are elliptical, simple in an opposite arrangement. They’re better known for the red foliage and fruit that appear in fall, with the fruit bearing a superficial resemblance to strawberries.
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Gardening Tips
| Care | Known Problems | How to Harvest | Mature Size | Notes/Uses |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tolerant of many soil types and moisture and light conditions; It thrives best in woody areas | Can be poisonous if eaten in large quantities, leading to symptoms such as vomiting, diarrhea, chills and coma | Flowers appear in spring with showy fruits following in the fall | height and width: up to 6 feet |
Provides food for White-tailed deer, songbirds and small mammals |