Burning bushes have always been a weakness of mine. Every autumn when they showcase their bright, bold color I wonder why I haven’t planted one yet. My new favorite variety is the Pipsqueak burning bush. With a dwarf growing habit {5′ is considered a dwarf for this Euonymous} it’s perfect for residential gardens where a little pruning will keep it under control. As a gift for my mother, today I decided to design a planting bed that she could use for the area in front of her bay window. I’ve heard her talking about replanting this area for a while now. It’s kind of funny–for all the designs I have drawn I had not drawn for her so…here you go mom, I hope you like your Pipsqueak burning bush and that you think of me every fall when the bright foliage starts showing off!
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