Euonymus americanus aka Bursting Heart

Bursting Heart presents a moderate level of care, which allows plant enthusiasts with some experience to expand their skills and knowledge.

Bursting Heart should be watered regularly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.

Bursting Heart loves a well-draining soil. Perlite and vermiculite help with drainage, while coco coir adds organic matter, so a good potting soil mix will have all three. You can improve store-bought soil by adding some perlite to it.

Bursting Heart thrives in bright and direct sunlight. To ensure your plant receives enough light to survive, place it less than one foot from a window. The current weather in your area may affect the placement in your home. For example, if you live in a region that has longer and more intense periods of sunlight, then you may want to place the plant farther away from the window to avoid direct sunlight and reduce the risk of sunburn. Alternatively, if you live in a region with relatively milder temperatures and less intense sunlight, then you may be able to place the plant closer to the window for increased exposure. Ultimately, the current weather in your area should be taken into consideration when determining the best placement for your Strawberry Bush.

Bursting Heart is poisonous if ingested. We suggest keeping this plant out of reach if you have children, cats, or dogs in the home.

The growth of Bursting Heart is gradual and it doesn't necessitate any additional fertilizers. Replacing the soil in its pot once a year should suffice to provide the plant with sufficient nutrition. It's important to keep in mind that plants derive their energy from the sun's rays, not fertilizers.

Bursting Heart’s native range is Eastern N. America - New York to Florida, west to Texas and Illinois.