Physocarpus opulifolius

Ninebark

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Deciduous shrub native to North America, known for peeling bark and white/pink clusters in summer. Hardy landscape plant with purple or green foliage varieties.
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Plant Details

Common Name Ninebark
Family Rosaceae
Genus Physocarpus
Species Opulifolius
Origin North America
Blooming Early summer, white to pink flowers
Leaf Color Green to deep purple depending on cultivar
Sunlight Half-shade / Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-drained, adaptable to most soil types including clay and loam; tolerates drought.

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Watering

Water regularly during first year. Drought tolerant once established.

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Sunlight & Care

Full sun for best color and flowering, tolerates partial shade but less vigorous.

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Fertilization

Apply balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring before growth starts.

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Pruning

Prune after flowering to maintain shape; can be cut hard to rejuvenate old plants.

Pest Control Aphid Leaf Miner Spider Mite

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 2 months
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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
-13° – 95°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
20% – 90%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
1500 – 50000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
800 – 2500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
10% – 70%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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