Ninebark
Physocarpus opulifolius
Botanical plate of Physocarpus opulifolius — Curtis-style illustration.
Physocarpus opulifolius, known as common ninebark, Eastern ninebark, Atlantic ninebark, or simply ninebark, is a species of flowering plant in the rose family Rosaceae, native to eastern North America, named for its peeling multi-hued bark.
Quick Facts
| Scientific name | Physocarpus opulifolius |
| Family | Rosaceae |
| Height | 5-8 ft |
| Bloom time | May-Jun |
| Sun | Full sun to part shade |
| Moisture | Dry to wet |
| Soil | Any |
| Wildlife value | Exfoliating bark for winter interest; flowers worked by many small bees |
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Image Credits
- Anatoly Mikhaltsov (CC BY-SA 4.0)
- Nichole Ouellette (CC BY-SA 4.0)