Center Glow Ninebark
Center Glow Ninebark
Physocarpus opulifolius 'Center Glow' Plant Patent #16,894
Item #3465 USDA Hardiness Zone: 2 - 8
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Striking newly emerging foliage is bright rosy red with a golden yellow center. Foliage matures to deep burgundy followed by clusters of contrasting white flowers and finally bright red fruit. A great choice for a background shrub or an informal hedge. Deciduous.
- OverviewLight Needs:Full sunWatering Needs:Water regularly - weekly, or more often in extreme heat.Average Landscape Size:
Moderate growing; reaches 6 to 8 ft. tall and wide.Key Feature:Dramatic Foliage ColorBlooms:
SummerLandscape Uses:
- DetailBotanical Pronunciation:fy-so-KAR-pus op-yoo-lih-FOH-lee-usPlant type:ShrubDeciduous/evergreen:DeciduousGrowth rate:ModerateAverage landscape size:Moderate growing; reaches 6 to 8 ft. tall and wide.Special features:Attractive Bark, Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, North American Native Selection, Showy Fruit, WaterwiseFoliage color:BurgundyBlooms:SummerFlower color:WhiteFlower attributesShowy FlowersPatent Act:Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent.Companion PlantsSpirea (Spiraea); Weigela (Weigela); False Cypress (Chamaecyparis); Fountain Grass (Pennisetum); Boxwood (Buxus)
- CareCare InformationAdaptable to most soils; thrives in average, slightly acidic, well-drained soils. Best color in full sun; avoid extreme heat and humidity. Water deeply, regularly during first growing season to establish an extensive root system; reduce frequency, once established. Blooms on old wood; prune after flowering to shape.Pruning time: summer after flowering.Light Needs:Full sunWatering Needs:Water regularly - weekly, or more often in extreme heat.
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