Physocarpus capitatus

Pacific Ninebark

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Common Name: 

Pacific Ninebark

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Maximum temperature: 

35°C

Minimum temperature: 

7°C

Pacific Ninebark (Physocarpus capitatus) - Description

Physocarpus capitatus, commonly called Pacific ninebark or tall ninebark, is a species of Physocarpus native to western North America from southern Alaska east to Montana and Utah, and south to southern California. It is a dense deciduous shrub growing to 1 to 2. 5 meters tall. The name comes from the appearance of the bark, which is flaky, peeling away in many layers.

Pacific Ninebark (Physocarpus capitatus) - Blooming

Blooms small, white flowers followed by red fruit. Bark peels easily.

Pacific Ninebark (Physocarpus capitatus) - Growth

Ninebarks do well in full sun or partial shade. Works well as part of a shrub border.

Pacific Ninebark (Physocarpus capitatus) - Planting

Sow seen in containers outdoors in spring or fall, or take greenwood cuttings in summer.

Pacific Ninebark (Physocarpus capitatus) - Pest

Physocarpus is prone to leaf spots, witches' broom, powdery mildew, and fireblight.

Pacific Ninebark (Physocarpus capitatus) - Soil and irrigation

Ninebarks require moderate irrigation. Does best in acidic soil that is rich, well-draining, and kept moist.

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