Tidy branching, compact ninebark with uniquely deeply veined, dark purple foliage. Abundant clusters of subtle pink blooms in late spring to early summer, mature to attractive seed heads. Highly mildew resistant. Drought tolerant once established.
Growth Habit: Rounded
Mature Height: 1 - 1.25m (3 - 4ft.)
Mature Spread: 1 - 1.25m (3 - 4ft.)
Zone: 3
Feature Characteristics: Deer Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Attracts Butterflies
Flowering Time: May - June
Foliage Colour: Dark purple
Fruit: Ornamental red berries in the fall
Light: Full sun to partial sun. Best leaf colour in full sun.
Watering: Water deeply and regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Requires less water when established.
Soil: Very adaptable to both dry and moist locations. It is not particular as to soil type or pH.
Fertilizer: Feed in early spring with an all purpose fertilizer prior to the new growth.
Attributes
Type: Deciduous ShrubGrowth Habit: Rounded
Mature Height: 1 - 1.25m (3 - 4ft.)
Mature Spread: 1 - 1.25m (3 - 4ft.)
Zone: 3
Feature Characteristics: Deer Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Attracts Butterflies
Ornamental Features
Flower Colour: Pale pinkFlowering Time: May - June
Foliage Colour: Dark purple
Fruit: Ornamental red berries in the fall
Care
General Maintenance: Prune by one third in late winter. Clip spent flowers after bloom.Light: Full sun to partial sun. Best leaf colour in full sun.
Watering: Water deeply and regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Requires less water when established.
Soil: Very adaptable to both dry and moist locations. It is not particular as to soil type or pH.
Fertilizer: Feed in early spring with an all purpose fertilizer prior to the new growth.
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