Compact shrub with multi-season interest. Its bright yellow leaves provide a dramatic impact throughout the season as a focal point, informal hedge or along the foundation. Beautiful white blooms arrive in spring and the leaves turn orange in fall. Drought tolerant once established. Botanical Name- Physocarpus opultfolius ZELMICHAEL’ Pronunciation- fy-soh-KAR-pus op-yoo-lih-FOH-lee-us Foliage- Deciduous Mature Width- 4 ft Mature Height- 4 ft Sun Exposure- Full Sun Soil Preferences- Average, well-drained Current Size- 2 Bloom Color- White Bloom Time- Late spring Companion Plants- Gaura lindheimeri ‘Whirling Butterflies’ – airy white vs bold leaves Fauna Attracted- Bees, butterflies, pollinating wasps Plant Habit- Shrub
- Care Rating- Easy
Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin – C8 Yearly Care Instructions- Prune to shape in late winter; water in dry spells and fertilize in spring. Trimming Instructions- Prune in late winter to shape and encourage new growth. Fertilization Instructions- Apply a balanced fertilizer (e.g., 14-14-14) in spring; moderate feeding need. Over-fertilizing in clay may cause leggy growth and reduce color intensity. Fertilizer Recommendation- Plant-tone Possible Issues- Powdery mildew, aphids
