Physocarpus (Ninebark)

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Upright, spreading deciduous shrub.
Tolerates a wide range of soil conditions.
Showy flowers in late spring.
Bark provides winter interest.
Substitute dark-leaved varieties for purple-leaf sandcherry, which can be short-lived.

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opulifolius Amber Jubilee™
Physocarpus opulifolius 'Jefam'

• Dense, rounded habit
• Glowing oranges, yellows and golds on new growth; lime-green on mature foliage
• Purple foliage emerges in autumn
• Stand-out in the garden border, eye-catching hedge
• Use a single shrub as a magnificent specimen screening plant
• Excellent mildew resistance.
• Bloom time: (late) Spring
• 6' H x 4' W
• ​PP 23177

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Substitution Suggestions

Aronia melanocarpa

Calycanthus x 'Aphrodite'

Hydrangea paniculata Little Quick Fire®

Physocarpus opulifolius Summer Wine®

opulifolius Little Devil™
Physocarpus opulifolius 'Donna May'

• Dwarf variety​
• Mildew reisistant
• Glossy red-purple foliage with green undersides
• Upright spreading habit
• Perfect for foundation plantings, small yards and urban settings
• 4' H x 4' W
• Bloom time: (late) Spring
• ​PP 22634​

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Substitution Suggestions

Weigela Wine & Roses

Callicarpa x Pearl Glam®

Diervilla Kodiak®Red

Sorbaria sorbifolia 'Sem'

​opulifolius Summer Wine​®
Physocarpus opulifolius 'Seward'

• Graceful arching habit
• Great choice for introducing wine colored foliage into the garden/landscape
• Bold accent or mass planting
• May be cut for use in arrangements
• Bloom time: (late) Spring
• 6' H x 6' W
• ​PP 14821

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Substitution Suggestions

Aronia melanocarpa

Calycanthus x 'Aphrodite'

Hydrangea paniculata Little Quick Fire®

​opulifolius Tiny Wine​®
Physocarpus opulifolius 'SMPOTW'

• Loose upright habit
• Larger and more abundant flowers along stems than Little Devil®
• Bold accent or mass planting
• May be cut for use in arrangements
• Bloom time: (late) Spring
• 4' H x 4' W
• ​PP 26749
• NEW TO MONTALE IN 2022

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Substitution Suggestions

Weigela Wine & Roses

Callicarpa x Pearl Glam®

Diervilla Kodiak®Red

Sorbaria sorbifolia 'Sem'