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.

To ensure optimal growth, the Bursting Heart prefers bright diffused light for 6-8 hours each day. Insufficient light can result in slow growth and leaf drop, so it's important to find a well-lit location for this plant. Place it near a window, within a distance of 1 meter (3 feet), to enhance its potential for thriving.

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.