Physocarpus opulifolius
Common name: Ninebark
Adaptable to a wide range of growing condtions, Ninebark can withstand some of the harshest environments including drought and harsh winds in full sun. It blooms an attractive display of pink to white umbel-like flower clusters in June. Exfoliating bark exposes a cinnamon-brown inner bark. Great for use in shrub borders.
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Plant Details
Plant type
Shrubs
Soil type
Dry Mesic, Mesic (Not too Wet Not too Dry), Moist Mesic
Light exposure
Full Sun, Partial Sun / Part Shade
Bloom period
Late Spring
Urban environment
Uncompacted Urban Soils, Harsh Exposure Tolerant, Compacted/New Construction Soils, Road-side/Salt Tolerant, Yards that Flood
Habitat
Prairie Grasslands
Growth form
Shrubby/Clump
Growth rate
Fast
Flower color
White
Fall color
Red Orange Yellow
Size
- Mature height
- 8 Feet
- Mature width
- 8 Feet
- Max height
- 12 Feet
- Max width
- 15 Feet
Additional information
Loved by birds Pollinator hot spot