Ninebark, Summer Wine #5
Ninebark Summer Wine
Physocarpus opulifolius 'Summer Wine'
Height: Typically 5–6 feet tall
Spread: Approximately 5–6 feet wide
Spacing: Plant 5–7 feet apart for full coverage
Growth Rate: Moderate
Deciduous
Description
Ninebark Summer Wine is a stunning, compact shrub that brings deep, rich color and texture to the landscape. Its finely cut, burgundy foliage provides a bold contrast against green-leaved plants, maintaining its vibrant hue from spring through fall. In early summer, clusters of soft pinkish-white flowers create a lovely splash of contrast against the dark foliage, adding even more visual interest. As the seasons shift, its peeling bark reveals layers of warm tones, providing a satisfying structural element in winter. With its elegant arching habit and low-maintenance nature, this ninebark is a grand choice for mixed borders, hedges, or foundation plantings.
General Care
- Sunlight: Prefers full sun to part sun
- Watering: Once established, water occasionally, ensuring soil remains moderately moist but well-drained
- Mulching: Apply a 2-inch layer of mulch to help retain moisture and regulate soil temperature
- Pruning: Prune immediately after flowering if shaping is needed; older stems can be thinned in late winter to maintain vigor
With its bold foliage, beautiful seasonal flowers, and textural winter bark, Ninebark Summer Wine is a refined and resilient shrub that provides year-round interest in the landscape.
