Burning Bush (Kochia) – Bassia scoparia (Syn. Kochia scoparia) Live Organic Plant | 1 Foot Tall | Bare Root Ornamental Foliage

Add vibrant seasonal color to your landscape with this live organic Burning Bush (Kochia) plant. Each healthy plant is approximately 1 foot tall and ships bare root, ready for planting. Grown from seed, Kochia forms a dense, oval mound of soft, feathery green foliage during summer before transforming into brilliant crimson-red in fall. Its fast growth and striking seasonal color make it an excellent choice for borders, accent plantings, cottage gardens, and mass landscape displays.

Please note that this listing is for Kochia (Bassia scoparia), an annual ornamental foliage plant, not the woody shrub commonly called Burning Bush (Euonymus alatus).

You will receive:
✔️ 1 live organic Kochia plant
✔️ Approximately 1 foot tall
✔️ Shipped bare root (no pot)
✔️ Healthy plant ready for transplanting
✔️ Carefully packaged for safe delivery

🌼 Growing Information

Common Name: Kochia, Summer Cypress, Burning Bush
Botanical Name: Bassia scoparia (formerly Kochia scoparia)
Plant Type: Annual ornamental foliage plant
Growth Stage: Established live plant
Sun Requirements: Full sun
Soil: Well-draining garden soil
Watering: Moderate during establishment; drought tolerant once established
Foliage: Soft green turning brilliant red in fall
Mature Height: 2–4 feet
Mature Width: 1–3 feet
Growth Rate: Fast
USDA Zones: Grown as an annual in most climates
Container Friendly: Yes

💡 Care Tip: Plant in full sun for the brightest fall color. Water regularly until established, then reduce watering as the plant becomes drought tolerant. Light trimming during the growing season can help maintain a compact, rounded shape.