Little Joker® Ninebark
Physocarpus opulifolius 'Hoogi021' PP #27,986
Pronunciation: fy-so-KAR-pus op-yoo-lih-FOH-lee-us
SKU #42578
| Description | Deep burgundy stems covered in fine, deeply incised dark burgundy-purple leaves with rich green undertones on this full-branching dwarf form. Striking mildew resistant foliage is accented by pale pink button flowers in spring and summer. A useful compact shrub for small urban gardens, mass plantings, or a low maintenance landscape. Deciduous. |
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| Light | Full sun, Partial sun |
| Watering | Water when top 2 inches of soil is dry. |
| Blooms | Late spring through summer |
| Mature Size | Moderate growing; reaches 3 to 4 ft. tall and wide. |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Deciduous |
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| Special Features | Attractive Bark, Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Improved Pest and Disease Resistance, Waterwise, Compact Form |
| Problems/Solutions | Very Wet Areas |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Flower Attributes | Showy Flowers |
| Patent Act | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent. |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Hedge |
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| Flower Color | Pink |
| Foliage Color | Burgundy |
| Companion Plants | Boxwood (Buxus); Spirea (Spiraea); Fountain Grass (Pennisetum); Blue Spruce (Picea); Weigela (Weigela) |
| Care | Adaptable 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; if desired, prune after flowering to shape. |
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This Plant's Growing Zones: 4-8
Your USDA Cold Hardiness Zone: 6
Good to grow!
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Weston Nurseries, Inc. - Chelmsford 160 Pine Hill Rd.
Chelmsford, Massachusetts 01824 -
Russell's Greenhouse & Garden Ctr. 397 Boston Post Road
Wayland, Massachusetts 01778 -
Lowe's 350 Cochituate Road
Framingham, Massachusetts 01701
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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.