Common Ninebark

Common Ninebark

Physocarpus opulifolius

This native, multi-stemmed shrub is valued for its clusters of small white flowers, ornamental exfoliating bark, and red fruit clusters.

  • Clusters of small white to pale pink flowers attract pollinators in late spring
  • Distinctive multi-layered exfoliating red-brown bark provides year-round ornamental interest
  • Red fruit clusters in fall and winter attract birds and wildlife
  • Highly adaptable native, tolerates wet soils, shade, and poor drainage
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Plant Characteristics

Sunlight
Partial shade
Soil Type
Loam, Sandy, Clay
Soil Moisture
Average, Moist, Well-drained
Drought Tolerant
Hardiness Zone
2 – 2
Mature Height (meters)
3.0 – 4.0
Mature Spread (meters)
2.0 – 3.0
Growth Rate
Fast
Flower Colour
White
Foliage Colour
Green
Fall Colour
Orange
Bloom Time
Late Spring
Habit
Spreading
Deer Resistant
Rabbit Resistant
Pollinator Friendly
Ontario Native
Notes
Also referred to as Atlantic Ninebark, Eastern Ninebark, Ninebark, Nine Bark.

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