Great contrasting shrub for the shrub border, woodland garden, hedge or screen.
Physocarpus opulifolius 'Diabolo®'
Ninebark
Tips for Homeowners:
Prune after flowering. It is helpful to remove older stems to make room for young growth, and also take out dead or damaged wood if needed. This shrub can be completely cut back to the ground for rejuvenation.
Rate this Plant:
Beautiful, arching shrub with purple leaves, white flowers, red fruit and attractive exfoliating bark are all features that make this shrub a great accent for the landscape.
- Reddish purple leaves
- Light pink flower buds open to white flowers in summer
- Drooping clusters of red fruit
Height: 6-8 ft
Spread: 6-8 ft
Zone: 3-7
Color: White
Interesting Notes about Ninebark:
Just within the last 20 years what used to be a rather unexciting, tough and durable shrub, is now growing in popularity as an ornamental feature in the landscape. New cultivars have been introduced that keep the tough aspects and improve the beauty and function. The shrub has now become a 4-season plant with colorful leaves and flowers, fruit, exfoliating bark and structured form and habit.
Characteristics & Attributes
Attributes:
- Border or Bed
- Specimen
- Long Blooming
- Great Foliage
- Disease Resistant
- Low Maintenance
- Naturalizing
Foliage Color:
- Green
- Red
- Burgundy
- Purple
Exposure:
- Full Sun
Attracts Wildlife:
- Attracts Butterflies
- Attracts Humming-birds
Critter Resistance:
- Deer Resistant
Habit:
- Upright
Season of Interest (Flowering):
- Spring
- Summer
Soil Moisture:
- Average Water