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Physocarpus opulifolius Nugget

Nugget Ninebark

The new growth emerges a deep golden-yellow with a hint of bronze before maturing to lime-green. The flat-topped, white flowers and exfoliating bark are appreciable attributes.

  • »  Flat-topped clusters of white flowers
  • »  Flowers give way to reddish fruit in the fall
  • »  Yellow textured leaves fade to a greenish colour as the summer progresses
  • »  Bark peels in strips, especially on older stems
  • »  Upright, arching habit
  • »  Bloom Time: Late spring to early summer

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  • Category:Shrubs
  • Hardiness Zone:3
  • Height:175-200 cm
  • Spread:175-200 cm
  • Bloom Color: White
Exposure
• Full Sun
• Partial Sun/Shade
Growth Rate
• Fast
Attributes
• Cut Flower/Foliage
• Deciduous
• Drought Tolerant
• Fruit
Flowering Time
• Lt. Spr-Sum
Habit
• Compact
Foliage Color
• Yellow
Landscape uses
• Foundation planting
• Hedge
• Specimen
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Physocarpus opulifolius 'Nugget'

Ninebark grows best in a well-drained, fertile soil, however, they are very hardy and adaptable and will tolerate a wide range of soil types and conditions. Prune by thinning at the base to reduce mildew and full renewal by pruning down to ground in late winter.