The first re-blooming ninebark! Its leaves start cherry red and mature to a deep purple. The pastel pink blooms appear in spring and then again midsummer. Winter brings ninebark?s characteristic exfoliating bark. Attracts butterflies and other pollinators. Deer resistant and drought tolerant once established. Use in foundations, mixed borders or as a focal point. Botanical Name- Physocarpus opulifolius ‘ZLEBic5’ 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, evenly moist, well-drained soil Current Size- 3 Bloom Color- Light pink Bloom Time- June, August – September Companion Plants- Coreopsis ‘Uptick Gold & Red’ – eye-catching color synergy 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
