Physocarpus opulifolius 'Diablo'

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Diablo Ninebark

  
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Information by: Jerry Sortomme        Photographer:

 

Description

Diablo Ninebark is a dense upright shrub, growing 5'-9' tall. The foliage emerges reddish green in spring, changing to bright green in hot summer areas. Very pale pink flowers open in late spring. This shrub tolerates alkaline soil. It needs full sun for foliage to maintain lovely color. Foliage is deciduous. Beautiful in spring!

 

  • Anatomy

  • Sun/Water

  • Design

Plant Type

Shrub

 

Height Range

3-6', 6-12'

 

Flower Color

Pink

 

Flower Season

Spring

 

Leaf Color

Green, Red

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

 

Water

Low, Medium

 

Growth Rate

Fast, Moderate

 

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

 

Soil Condition

Average, Poor, Well-drained, Dry

 

Soil pH

Acid, Neutral, Basic

 

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

English Cottage, Meadow, Woodland

 

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers, Unusual Foliage

 

Seasonal Interest

Spring

 

Location Uses

Entry, Patio, Walkways, With Rocks

 

Special Uses

Container

 

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Apply a layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.

Choose organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost or aged sawdust.