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Physocarpus opulifolius
Common Ninebark
Lush, green leaves showcase the clusters of white flowers tinged in pink, which give way to drooping clusters of reddish fruit. Noted for its exfoliating bark (on mature branches) which peels in strips to reveal the layers of reddish to light brown inner bark.
- » Flat-topped cluster of white flowers
- » Flowers give way to reddish fruit in the fall
- » Green, three-lobed, textured leaves turn yellow in the fall
- » Bark peels in sheets, especially on older stems
- » Upright, arching habit
- » Bloom Time: Late spring to early summer
1gal
$23.56
2gal
$34.13
3gal
$38.19
Growth Rate
| • | Fast |
Flowering Time
| • | Lt. Spr-Sum |
Foliage Color
| • | Green |
Planting instructions
| • | Container Plants |
Additional Information about Physocarpus opulifolius
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Physocarpus opulifolius
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 removing dead twigs after flowering.