{"title":"Ninebarks","description":"\u003cp\u003eNinebarks — native Minnesota shrubs with peeling bark, white spring flowers, and dramatic foliage colors. Diabolo, Amber Jubilee, Summer Wine, Tiny Wine, Darkstar and more.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"darts-gold-ninebark","title":"Dart's Gold Ninebark","description":"\u003ch1\u003eA Gold-Foliage Native Ninebark for Minnesota Yards\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDart's Gold Ninebark (Physocarpus opulifolius 'Dart's Gold') brings bright gold summer foliage to a Minnesota-native shrub. Pink-white flowers in early summer, exfoliating bark for winter interest. Whether you are anchoring a sunny Edina border, filling a St. Paul pollinator garden, or adding gold pop to a Plymouth foundation — Dart's Gold gets the job done.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDart's Gold Ninebark Plant Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAttribute\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePhysocarpus opulifolius 'Dart's Gold'\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Names\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDart's Gold Ninebark\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMature Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4-6 ft tall × 4-6 ft wide\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Rate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate — 12-18 inches per year\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSun\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull sun to part shade. Best growth and bloom in full sun.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate. Drought-tolerant once established.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA Zones\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3-7 (Twin Cities is zone 4b–5a).\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTolerates Minnesota clay-loam. Adapts to most well-drained soils.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeciduous — green leaves, drops in fall\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinter Hardiness\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReliable in Twin Cities zone 4b–5a winters.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeer Resistance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerately deer-resistant\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePink-white flat clusters in early summer; red seed capsules in fall\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNative Status\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMinnesota native or native-derived — supports the Lawns to Legumes program\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDart's Gold Ninebark Uses in Minnesota Landscapes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMixed shrub borders\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnchors mixed-shrub borders with reliable seasonal interest. Pair with native perennials and ornamental grasses for a low-maintenance Twin Cities border.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFoundation plantings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompact growth and tolerance of clay soil make this a reliable foundation choice for Minneapolis, St. Paul, and surrounding suburbs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePollinator gardens\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdds bloom and habitat value to a yard supporting Lawns to Legumes goals. Pair with native perennials for season-long pollinator support.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBest Time to Plant Dart's Gold Ninebark in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFall (late August–early October) is the ideal planting window.\u003c\/strong\u003e Soil is still warm for root development, cool air reduces transplant stress, and the plant gets 6–8 weeks to establish roots before ground freeze (typically mid-November in the Twin Cities).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpring (late April–May) is the second-best window\u003c\/strong\u003e — the plant gets the full growing season to establish before its first winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid summer planting (June–August) when possible. Never plant after mid-October or before late April — frozen ground or frost-heaving kills new roots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Plant Dart's Gold Ninebark\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDig wide, not deep.\u003c\/strong\u003e 2–3× the root ball width, same depth as the container. Heavy clay benefits from even wider digging.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCheck drainage.\u003c\/strong\u003e Fill the hole with water — if it doesn't drain in 30 minutes, mound-plant or break through any clay hardpan to improve drainage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackfill with native soil + 20–30% compost.\u003c\/strong\u003e Minnesota clay-loam benefits from organic amendment but don't create a \"container\" of pure compost.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing.\u003c\/strong\u003e Refer to the mature width above and space accordingly. Closer for hedging, wider for individual specimen plants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater basin.\u003c\/strong\u003e Build a 3–4 inch ring around the planting to direct water to the roots. Flatten or remove before winter to avoid ice damage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMulch.\u003c\/strong\u003e 2–3 inches of shredded bark or wood chip mulch, kept 2 inches away from the trunk. Do NOT use gravel mulch in Minnesota — it doesn't insulate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWatering Dart's Gold Ninebark in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFirst Year Watering Schedule\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeeks 1–2: Every 1–2 days, deep and slow (15–25 minutes per plant)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMonth 1–2: Every 3–4 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMonth 3–6: Every 5–7 days during active growth; less if rainfall is adequate (Minnesota averages ~3 inches\/month June–August)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStop watering 2–3 weeks before ground freeze\u003c\/strong\u003e (typically late October in the Twin Cities metro) to avoid pushing late-season growth that gets killed by winter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAfter Year One\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEstablished plants only need supplemental water during droughts (2+ weeks with no rain and temps above 80°F). Water deeply and infrequently — every 7–14 days during dry spells, soaking to 6–8 inches depth. Let natural rainfall do most of the work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePruning Note\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrune in early spring before new growth emerges to maintain shape and encourage healthy growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the difference between Dart's Gold Ninebark and similar shrubs?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNative ninebark with bright gold summer foliage and exfoliating tan-and-brown winter bark. This makes it a strong choice when you want gold-foliage, native, pollinator in a Minnesota-tested plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill Dart's Gold Ninebark survive a Minnesota winter?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — 3-7 (Twin Cities is zone 4b–5a). Dart's Gold Ninebark is among the most reliable shrubs for Twin Cities zone 4b–5a yards. First-year plants benefit from a deep mulch ring and adequate fall watering before ground freeze.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Dart's Gold Ninebark deer-resistant?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eModerately deer-resistant In high-pressure areas like Minnetonka, Wayzata, Eden Prairie, or Chanhassen, plan accordingly — deer fencing or repellent for the first year is a worthwhile insurance policy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes Dart's Gold Ninebark tolerate Minnesota clay soil?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTolerates Minnesota clay-loam. Adapts to most well-drained soils. At planting, dig wide (2–3× the root ball width) and amend with 20–30% compost. Avoid creating a sunken \"container\" of pure compost in the clay — the plant should transition gradually to native soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen is the best time to plant Dart's Gold Ninebark in Minnesota?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFall (late August through early October) is the ideal planting window — soil is still warm for root development, cool air reduces transplant stress, and plants get 6–8 weeks to establish before ground freeze. Spring (late April through May) is the second-best window.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen does Dart's Gold Ninebark bloom?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePink-white flat clusters in early summer; red seed capsules in fall\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYou May Also Like\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/shrubs\"\u003eShop all Three Timbers Minnesota shrubs\u003c\/a\u003e — full catalog of zone 4-hardy shrubs for Twin Cities yards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/deer-resistant\"\u003eDeer-Resistant Plants\u003c\/a\u003e — for high-pressure suburbs like Minnetonka, Wayzata, and Eden Prairie\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/winter-interest\"\u003eWinter Interest Plants\u003c\/a\u003e — plants that look great through Minnesota's five-month winter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/find-my-plant\"\u003eFind Your Perfect Plant\u003c\/a\u003e — answer 5 questions and we'll recommend a plant for your yard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- tt-enriched --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Many Dart's Gold Ninebark Do I Need?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor an informal hedge or border run, space Dart's Gold about 5 feet apart — with a 4–6 foot mature spread, the plants close into a continuous golden band:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRun Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePlants Needed (5 ft spacing)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2–3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e40 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a specimen, give one plant a 6-foot circle; for a bright border anchor, group 3 at 5-foot spacing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDart's Gold Ninebark Season-by-Season in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpring:\u003c\/strong\u003e New leaves emerge a brilliant chartreuse-gold — the brightest moment of the year — lighting up beds while most shrubs are still plain green.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSummer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pink-white flower clusters in early summer feed native bees over gold foliage that mellows slightly in heat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFall:\u003c\/strong\u003e Red seed capsules ripen against the gold leaves before they drop.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWinter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Exfoliating tan-and-brown bark peels in papery layers, adding texture to the snow-covered border.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Minnesota Native   ✔ Pollinator-Friendly   ✔ Drought-Tolerant   ✔ Four-Season Interest\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant It With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/darkstar-ninebark\"\u003eDarkstar Ninebark\u003c\/a\u003e — burgundy-black foliage for the classic dark-gold ninebark contrast.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/diabolo-ninebark\"\u003eDiabolo Ninebark\u003c\/a\u003e — a larger purple-leaved companion for the back of the border.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/summer-wine-ninebark\"\u003eSummer Wine Ninebark\u003c\/a\u003e — wine-red foliage at a matching mid-size scale.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/karl-foerster-feather-reed-grass\"\u003eKarl Foerster Feather Reed Grass\u003c\/a\u003e — vertical plumes that pick up the gold tones in late summer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Dart's Gold Ninebark Right for Your Yard?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade for sunny Twin Cities borders, foundations, and pollinator gardens in clay or lean soil where you want native habitat value plus a jolt of gold color with minimal care. Not a fit for deep shade — the gold foliage turns ordinary lime-green without good sun — and in heavy deer neighborhoods plan on repellent the first year (it's only moderately resistant).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Three Timbers Minnesota","offers":[{"title":"#2 Gallon","offer_id":54161596449073,"sku":null,"price":20.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#5 Gallon","offer_id":54161596481841,"sku":null,"price":30.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0986\/0694\/0465\/files\/Darts_gold_ninebark_2_62d8fabc-b02a-4726-a245-f15910ada867.jpg?v=1778267345"},{"product_id":"ginger-wine-ninebark","title":"Ginger Wine Ninebark","description":"\u003ch1\u003eA Ninebark That Glows Ginger-Orange in Spring and Deepens to Wine\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGinger Wine Ninebark (\u003cem\u003ePhysocarpus opulifolius\u003c\/em\u003e 'SMNPOBLR') puts on a season-long color show: new growth emerges glowing ginger-orange, then matures to a rich wine-burgundy, so the shrub layers warm and dark tones at once. Add pinkish-white early-summer flowers, exfoliating winter bark, and the legendary toughness of our native ninebark, and you get a standout, no-fuss shrub hardy to USDA zone 3. Whether you want a warm color contrast in a Maple Grove border, a colorful screen in an Edina yard, or a tough shrub for a Woodbury slope, Ginger Wine delivers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGinger Wine Ninebark Plant Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAttribute\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetail\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cem\u003ePhysocarpus opulifolius\u003c\/em\u003e 'SMNPOBLR' (GINGER WINE)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommon Names\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGinger Wine Ninebark, Ninebark\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMature Height\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5–6 feet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMature Width\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4–5 feet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGrowth Rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate to fast\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSun\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull sun (6+ hrs) for the richest foliage color; tolerates part sun\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate. Consistent moisture while establishing; quite adaptable once settled.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSDA Zones\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3–7 (Twin Cities is zone 4b–5a) — exceptionally cold-hardy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVery adaptable — tolerates Minnesota clay-loam, a wide pH range, and dry or moist sites.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFoliage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeciduous — emerges glowing ginger-orange, matures to rich wine-burgundy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBloom\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClusters of pinkish-white button flowers in early summer, followed by reddish seed clusters\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWinter Interest\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExfoliating (\"ninebark\") bark adds texture in winter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWinter Hardiness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReliable to USDA zone 3 — one of the toughest landscape shrubs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeer Resistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNative Status\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNinebark (\u003cem\u003ePhysocarpus opulifolius\u003c\/em\u003e) is native to Minnesota; 'SMNPOBLR' is a colorful selection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGinger Wine Ninebark Uses in Minnesota Landscapes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWarm-Toned Color Anchor\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ginger-orange new growth maturing to wine-burgundy gives Ginger Wine a layered, glowing look that anchors a mixed border and contrasts beautifully with greens, golds, and silvers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eColorful Screen or Informal Hedge\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 5–6 feet, it makes a handsome colorful screen or informal hedge with season-long foliage interest. Space plants about 4 feet apart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTough, Low-Maintenance Shrub\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a native-derived shrub, it shrugs off clay, drought, heat, cold, and a wide pH range — a dependable, showy choice for hard sites and naturalized plantings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBest Time to Plant Ginger Wine Ninebark in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant in \u003cstrong\u003espring (late April–May, after the ground thaws)\u003c\/strong\u003e for a full season of root establishment, or in \u003cstrong\u003eearly fall (late August–early October)\u003c\/strong\u003e while the soil is still warm. Get it in the ground at least six weeks before the ground freezes. Avoid mid-summer heat and never plant after mid-October or before spring thaw.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Plant Ginger Wine Ninebark\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChoose a full-sun spot for the richest foliage color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDig a hole twice the width of the root ball and just as deep, so the crown sits at or slightly above grade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoosen heavy clay and mix in 20–30% compost; ninebark isn't fussy but appreciates decent drainage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSet the plant, backfill, firm gently, and water in thoroughly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpace plants about 4 feet apart for a hedge or screen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMulch 2–3 inches with shredded bark, kept off the stems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWatering Ginger Wine Ninebark in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFirst Year Watering Schedule\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeeks 1–2: water deeply every 2–3 days. Month 1–2: about twice a week. Month 3–6: roughly weekly during active growth, easing off when rainfall is adequate. \u003cstrong\u003eStop watering 2–3 weeks before the ground freezes\u003c\/strong\u003e — usually late October.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAfter Year One\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn established Ginger Wine is quite drought-tolerant, needing supplemental water mainly during extended dry spells.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill Ginger Wine Ninebark survive a Minnesota winter?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — easily. It's rated to USDA zone 3 and is among the toughest, most cold-hardy shrubs available, fully at home anywhere in the Twin Cities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat makes its color special?\u003c\/strong\u003e New growth emerges a glowing ginger-orange and matures to wine-burgundy, so a single shrub shows warm and dark tones together all season — richest in full sun.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it tolerate clay soil?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — exceptionally well, along with dry sites and a wide pH range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does it compare to the other ninebarks?\u003c\/strong\u003e Summer Wine and Little Devil are wine-purple, Fireside is multicolor red-orange; Ginger Wine's signature is that ginger-orange new growth aging to burgundy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShould I prune it?\u003c\/strong\u003e Prune right after the early-summer bloom to shape it, or take a hard renewal cut in early spring if it gets leggy. Cutting it back also encourages fresh, brightly colored new growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYou May Also Like\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSummer Wine Ninebark\u003c\/strong\u003e — a wine-purple ninebark with fine-textured foliage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFireside Ninebark\u003c\/strong\u003e — a bold, multicolor red-orange ninebark.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLittle Devil Ninebark\u003c\/strong\u003e — a dwarf burgundy ninebark for smaller spaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTiger Eyes Sumac\u003c\/strong\u003e — a chartreuse-gold cutleaf shrub with brilliant fall color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePink Dynamo Hydrangea\u003c\/strong\u003e — a compact hydrangea with white-to-pink blooms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- tt-enriched --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Many Ginger Wine Ninebark Do I Need?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a colorful screen or informal hedge, space Ginger Wine 4 feet on center (the body's own spacing) — the 4–5 foot spread closes the row:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRun Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePlants Needed (4 ft spacing)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 feet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3 plants\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 feet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5–6 plants\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30 feet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8 plants\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e40 feet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10–11 plants\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a border anchor, give a single plant a 6-foot circle, or plant a group of 3 at 4–5 foot spacing for a layered warm-to-wine mass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGinger Wine Ninebark Season-by-Season in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpring:\u003c\/strong\u003e The signature show begins — new growth unfurls glowing ginger-orange, layering over last year's deepening burgundy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSummer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clusters of pinkish-white button flowers in early summer draw bees and other pollinators, followed by reddish seed clusters against wine-dark foliage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFall:\u003c\/strong\u003e Foliage holds its rich burgundy tones late before dropping, with seed clusters adding texture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWinter:\u003c\/strong\u003e The exfoliating \"ninebark\" bark peels in cinnamon layers — real winter texture on a shrub hardy to zone 3.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Minnesota Native   ✔ Pollinator-Friendly   ✔ Drought-Tolerant   ✔ Four-Season Interest\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant It With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/summer-wine-ninebark\"\u003eSummer Wine Ninebark\u003c\/a\u003e — fine-textured wine-purple foliage to deepen the color story.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/first-editions-fireside-ninebark\"\u003eFirst Editions Fireside Ninebark\u003c\/a\u003e — bold multicolor red-orange for a hot-toned ninebark trio.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/first-editions-little-devil-ninebark\"\u003eFirst Editions Little Devil Ninebark\u003c\/a\u003e — the dwarf burgundy version for the front of the same bed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/tiger-eyes-cutleaf-staghorn-sumac\"\u003eTiger Eyes Cutleaf Staghorn Sumac\u003c\/a\u003e — chartreuse-gold cutleaf foliage that makes the ginger-and-wine tones pop.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Ginger Wine Ninebark Right for Your Yard?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose Ginger Wine for full-sun borders, screens, and tough sites — clay, slopes, drought, any pH — where you want layered ginger-to-burgundy color on a nearly indestructible 5–6 foot native-derived shrub. 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It's a vigorous, full-size ninebark with the rugged toughness of our native species, plus pinkish-white flowers in early summer and exfoliating winter bark. Hardy to USDA zone 3, it's nearly indestructible. Whether you want a dramatic color statement in a Maple Grove yard, a tall screen in an Edina border, or a tough, showy shrub for a Woodbury slope, Fireside brings the heat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFireside Ninebark Plant Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAttribute\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetail\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cem\u003ePhysocarpus opulifolius\u003c\/em\u003e 'Fireside'\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommon Names\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFireside Ninebark, Ninebark\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMature Height\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6–8 feet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMature Width\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5–6 feet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGrowth Rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate to fast\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSun\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull sun (6+ hrs) for the brightest multicolor foliage; tolerates part sun\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate. Consistent moisture while establishing; quite adaptable once settled.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSDA Zones\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3–7 (Twin Cities is zone 4b–5a) — exceptionally cold-hardy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVery adaptable — tolerates Minnesota clay-loam, a wide pH range, and dry or moist sites.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFoliage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeciduous — emerges green, matures to a glowing blend of red, orange, and burgundy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBloom\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClusters of pinkish-white button flowers in early summer, followed by reddish seed clusters\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWinter Interest\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExfoliating (\"ninebark\") bark adds texture in winter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWinter Hardiness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReliable to USDA zone 3 — one of the toughest landscape shrubs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeer Resistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNative Status\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNinebark (\u003cem\u003ePhysocarpus opulifolius\u003c\/em\u003e) is native to Minnesota; 'Fireside' is a colorful selection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFireside Ninebark Uses in Minnesota Landscapes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDramatic Color Statement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe shifting red-orange-burgundy foliage makes Fireside a bold focal point in a larger bed or border, glowing against greens and golds and reading from across the yard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTall Screen or Informal Hedge\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 6–8 feet, it makes a colorful screen or informal hedge for privacy and structure. Space plants about 4–5 feet apart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTough, Low-Maintenance Shrub\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a native-derived shrub, it shrugs off clay, drought, heat, cold, and a wide pH range — a dependable, showy choice for hard sites and naturalized plantings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBest Time to Plant Fireside Ninebark in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant in \u003cstrong\u003espring (late April–May, after the ground thaws)\u003c\/strong\u003e for a full season of root establishment, or in \u003cstrong\u003eearly fall (late August–early October)\u003c\/strong\u003e while the soil is still warm. Get it in the ground at least six weeks before the ground freezes. Avoid mid-summer heat and never plant after mid-October or before spring thaw.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Plant Fireside Ninebark\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChoose a full-sun spot for the brightest foliage color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDig a hole twice the width of the root ball and just as deep, so the crown sits at or slightly above grade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoosen heavy clay and mix in 20–30% compost; ninebark isn't fussy but appreciates decent drainage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSet the plant, backfill, firm gently, and water in thoroughly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpace plants about 4–5 feet apart for a hedge or screen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMulch 2–3 inches with shredded bark, kept off the stems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWatering Fireside Ninebark in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFirst Year Watering Schedule\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeeks 1–2: water deeply every 2–3 days. Month 1–2: about twice a week. Month 3–6: roughly weekly during active growth, easing off when rainfall is adequate. \u003cstrong\u003eStop watering 2–3 weeks before the ground freezes\u003c\/strong\u003e — usually late October.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAfter Year One\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn established Fireside is quite drought-tolerant, needing supplemental water mainly during extended dry spells.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill Fireside Ninebark survive a Minnesota winter?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — easily. It's rated to USDA zone 3 and is among the toughest, most cold-hardy shrubs available, fully at home anywhere in the Twin Cities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy does the foliage look multicolored?\u003c\/strong\u003e New growth emerges green and matures through red and orange to burgundy, so the shrub carries several tones at once for a glowing, \"fireside\" effect — richest in full sun.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow big does it get?\u003c\/strong\u003e A full-size ninebark at 6–8 feet tall and 5–6 feet wide, so give it room or use it where you want a tall screen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it tolerate clay soil?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — exceptionally well, along with dry sites and a wide pH range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShould I prune it?\u003c\/strong\u003e Prune right after the early-summer bloom to shape it, or take a hard renewal cut in early spring if it gets leggy. The exfoliating bark adds winter interest, so a light hand keeps that on display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYou May Also Like\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSummer Wine Ninebark\u003c\/strong\u003e — a wine-purple ninebark with fine-textured foliage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLittle Devil Ninebark\u003c\/strong\u003e — a dwarf burgundy ninebark for smaller spaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGinger Wine Ninebark\u003c\/strong\u003e — a ninebark with orange-to-burgundy foliage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTiger Eyes Sumac\u003c\/strong\u003e — a chartreuse-leaved shrub with brilliant fall color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePink Dynamo Hydrangea\u003c\/strong\u003e — a compact hydrangea with white-to-pink blooms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- tt-enriched --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Many Fireside Ninebark Do I Need?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a colorful screen or informal hedge, space Fireside \u003cstrong\u003e4–5 feet apart\u003c\/strong\u003e (its own recommended hedge spacing, slightly tighter than the 5–6 ft mature spread):\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRun Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePlants Needed (4–5 ft spacing)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 feet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2–3 plants\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 feet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4–5 plants\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30 feet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6–7 plants\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e40 feet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8–10 plants\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a stand-alone focal point, give a single plant a 6–7 foot circle so the arching, multicolor habit can develop without shearing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFireside Ninebark Season-by-Season in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Foliage emerges fresh green and immediately begins shifting toward red and orange as it matures — the multicolor effect builds week by week.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSummer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clusters of pinkish-white button flowers in early summer draw bees and butterflies against the smoldering red-orange-burgundy leaves; reddish seed clusters follow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFall:\u003c\/strong\u003e Foliage deepens to rich burgundy tones before dropping — one of the longest color runs of any hardy shrub.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWinter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Exfoliating, peeling bark in cinnamon and tan shows on mature stems, adding texture to the snowy border.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Minnesota Native   ✔ Pollinator-Friendly   ✔ Drought-Tolerant   ✔ Four-Season Interest\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant It With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/summer-wine-ninebark\"\u003eSummer Wine Ninebark\u003c\/a\u003e — wine-purple, finer-textured foliage that deepens Fireside's red-orange glow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/first-editions-little-devil-ninebark\"\u003eFirst Editions Little Devil Ninebark\u003c\/a\u003e — the dwarf burgundy ninebark for the front of the same bed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/ginger-wine-ninebark\"\u003eGinger Wine Ninebark\u003c\/a\u003e — ginger-orange spring foliage maturing to wine for an all-ninebark color study.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/tiger-eyes-cutleaf-staghorn-sumac\"\u003eTiger Eyes Cutleaf Staghorn Sumac\u003c\/a\u003e — chartreuse cutleaf foliage that makes Fireside's dark tones pop.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Fireside Ninebark Right for Your Yard?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFireside wants full sun for its richest color and room to reach 6–8 feet tall by 5–6 feet wide — perfect for screens, property lines, and big borders in clay, dry slopes, or nearly any Twin Cities soil. Deer resistance is only moderate, so use repellent the first season in heavy-browse areas. Not a fit if you need a shrub under 5 feet — constant shearing ruins its arching habit, so pick Little Devil or Tiny Wine for tight foundation spots instead.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Three Timbers Minnesota","offers":[{"title":"#5 Gallon","offer_id":54230599401777,"sku":null,"price":35.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#2 Gallon","offer_id":54233663340849,"sku":null,"price":24.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0986\/0694\/0465\/files\/First_Editions_Fireside_Ninebark_5.jpg?v=1779074421"},{"product_id":"first-editions-little-devil-ninebark","title":"First Editions Little Devil Ninebark","description":"\u003ch1\u003eA Dwarf Burgundy Ninebark That Fits Where the Big Ones Don't\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLittle Devil Ninebark (\u003cem\u003ePhysocarpus opulifolius\u003c\/em\u003e 'Donna May') packs the rich burgundy foliage and rugged toughness of native ninebark into a compact, 3–4 foot mound — perfect for smaller beds and tighter spaces. Fine-textured wine-purple leaves hold their color all season, joined by pinkish-white button flowers in early summer, and it's hardy to USDA zone 3 with almost no care. Whether you want a dark-foliage accent in a Maple Grove foundation bed, a compact color contrast in an Edina border, or an easy small shrub for a Woodbury entry, Little Devil delivers big shrub character on a small footprint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLittle Devil Ninebark Plant Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAttribute\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetail\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cem\u003ePhysocarpus opulifolius\u003c\/em\u003e 'Donna May' (LITTLE DEVIL)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommon Names\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLittle Devil Ninebark, Dwarf Ninebark\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMature Height\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3–4 feet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMature Width\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3–4 feet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGrowth Rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSun\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull sun (6+ hrs) for the darkest foliage color; tolerates part sun\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate. Consistent moisture while establishing; quite adaptable once settled.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSDA Zones\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3–7 (Twin Cities is zone 4b–5a) — exceptionally cold-hardy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVery adaptable — tolerates Minnesota clay-loam, a wide pH range, and dry or moist sites.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFoliage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeciduous — fine-textured, deep wine-burgundy, holds color all season\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBloom\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClusters of pinkish-white button flowers in early summer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWinter Hardiness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReliable to USDA zone 3 — one of the toughest landscape shrubs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeer Resistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNative Status\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNinebark (\u003cem\u003ePhysocarpus opulifolius\u003c\/em\u003e) is native to Minnesota; 'Donna May' is a dwarf selection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLittle Devil Ninebark Uses in Minnesota Landscapes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCompact Dark-Foliage Accent\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts small size and deep burgundy leaves make Little Devil a season-long color accent for the front of a border, a foundation bed, or a tight entry where a full-size ninebark would be too big. It contrasts beautifully with chartreuse, silver, and gold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLow Hedge or Mass Planting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 3–4 feet, it makes a tidy low informal hedge or a sweep of dark color in a mass planting. Space plants about 3 feet apart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTough, Low-Maintenance Filler\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a native-derived shrub, it shrugs off clay, drought, heat, cold, and a wide pH range — a dependable, no-fuss filler for hard spots where you still want rich color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBest Time to Plant Little Devil Ninebark in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant in \u003cstrong\u003espring (late April–May, after the ground thaws)\u003c\/strong\u003e for a full season of root establishment, or in \u003cstrong\u003eearly fall (late August–early October)\u003c\/strong\u003e while the soil is still warm. Get it in the ground at least six weeks before the ground freezes. Avoid mid-summer heat and never plant after mid-October or before spring thaw.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Plant Little Devil Ninebark\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChoose a full-sun spot for the richest foliage color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDig a hole twice the width of the root ball and just as deep, so the crown sits at or slightly above grade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoosen heavy clay and mix in 20–30% compost; ninebark isn't fussy but appreciates decent drainage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSet the plant, backfill, firm gently, and water in thoroughly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpace plants about 3 feet apart for a hedge or grouping.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMulch 2–3 inches with shredded bark, kept off the stems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWatering Little Devil Ninebark in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFirst Year Watering Schedule\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeeks 1–2: water deeply every 2–3 days. Month 1–2: about twice a week. Month 3–6: roughly weekly during active growth, easing off when rainfall is adequate. \u003cstrong\u003eStop watering 2–3 weeks before the ground freezes\u003c\/strong\u003e — usually late October.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAfter Year One\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn established Little Devil is quite drought-tolerant, needing supplemental water mainly during extended dry spells.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill Little Devil Ninebark survive a Minnesota winter?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — easily. It's rated to USDA zone 3 and is one of the toughest, most cold-hardy shrubs available, fully at home anywhere in the Twin Cities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow is it different from Summer Wine Ninebark?\u003c\/strong\u003e Same native toughness and dark foliage, but Little Devil stays smaller and more compact (3–4 feet vs. 5–6), making it the better choice for tight spaces and the front of the border.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill the burgundy color last all summer?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, especially in full sun. In too much shade the leaves green up, so give it good light for the deepest color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it tolerate clay soil?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — exceptionally well, along with dry sites and a wide pH range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShould I prune it?\u003c\/strong\u003e Very little needed thanks to its compact habit. Prune right after the early-summer bloom if you want to shape it, or take a harder rejuvenation cut in early spring if it gets leggy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYou May Also Like\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSummer Wine Ninebark\u003c\/strong\u003e — a larger dark-leaved ninebark for bigger spaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGinger Wine Ninebark\u003c\/strong\u003e — a ninebark with orange-to-burgundy foliage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFireside Ninebark\u003c\/strong\u003e — a ninebark with vivid multicolor foliage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eJapanese White Spirea\u003c\/strong\u003e — a compact white-flowered shrub for contrast.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePink Beauty Potentilla\u003c\/strong\u003e — a tough, long-blooming pink shrub.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- tt-enriched --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Many Little Devil Ninebark Do I Need?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a low informal hedge or dark mass planting, space Little Devil \u003cstrong\u003e3 feet apart\u003c\/strong\u003e (its own recommended spacing within the 3–4 ft mature spread):\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRun Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePlants Needed (3 ft spacing)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 feet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4 plants\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 feet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7 plants\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30 feet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 plants\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e40 feet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e13–14 plants\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a front-of-border accent, plant in groups of 3 at 3 feet apart, or give a single plant a 4–5 foot circle in a foundation bed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLittle Devil Ninebark Season-by-Season in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fine-textured wine-burgundy foliage emerges early and dark — no spring green-up phase — setting an instant color foundation for the bed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSummer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clusters of pinkish-white button flowers in early summer pop against the dark leaves and draw bees and butterflies; foliage holds its burgundy through heat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFall:\u003c\/strong\u003e Leaves deepen toward purple-bronze before dropping, with small reddish seed clusters adding late texture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWinter:\u003c\/strong\u003e A dense, compact twiggy mound that takes zone 3 cold without dieback — no winter protection needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Minnesota Native   ✔ Pollinator-Friendly   ✔ Drought-Tolerant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant It With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/summer-wine-ninebark\"\u003eSummer Wine Ninebark\u003c\/a\u003e — the larger dark-leaved sibling for the back of the same border.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/ginger-wine-ninebark\"\u003eGinger Wine Ninebark\u003c\/a\u003e — orange-to-wine foliage that layers warmly beside Little Devil's deep burgundy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/first-editions-fireside-ninebark\"\u003eFirst Editions Fireside Ninebark\u003c\/a\u003e — vivid multicolor foliage for a full ninebark color study.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/pink-beauty-potentilla\"\u003ePink Beauty Potentilla\u003c\/a\u003e — a tough, long-blooming pink companion that thrives in the same sunny, dry conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Little Devil Ninebark Right for Your Yard?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLittle Devil thrives in full sun (where its burgundy stays darkest), handles clay, drought, and a wide pH range, and fits foundation beds, entries, and border fronts at just 3–4 feet — all with near-zero maintenance. Deer resistance is only moderate, so plan on repellent the first season in heavy-browse suburbs. 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It's about as tough and cold-hardy as a shrub gets — zone 3, adaptable to clay, sun-loving, and practically care-free. Whether you want a dark-foliage anchor in a Maple Grove border, a hardy color contrast in an Edina bed, or a low-maintenance shrub for a tough Woodbury spot, Summer Wine delivers season-long structure and color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSummer Wine Ninebark Plant Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAttribute\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetail\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cem\u003ePhysocarpus opulifolius\u003c\/em\u003e 'Seward' (SUMMER WINE)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommon Names\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSummer Wine Ninebark, Ninebark\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMature Height\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5–6 feet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMature Width\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5–6 feet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGrowth Rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate to fast\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSun\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull sun (6+ hrs) for the darkest foliage color; tolerates part sun\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate. Consistent moisture while establishing; quite adaptable once settled.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSDA Zones\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3–7 (Twin Cities is zone 4b–5a) — exceptionally cold-hardy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVery adaptable — tolerates Minnesota clay-loam, a wide pH range, and dry or moist sites.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFoliage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeciduous — fine-textured, deep wine-purple, holds color all season\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBloom\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClusters of pinkish-white button flowers in early summer, followed by reddish seed clusters\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWinter Interest\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExfoliating (\"ninebark\") bark adds texture in winter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWinter Hardiness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReliable to USDA zone 3 — one of the toughest landscape shrubs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeer Resistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNative Status\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNinebark (\u003cem\u003ePhysocarpus opulifolius\u003c\/em\u003e) is native to Minnesota and eastern North America; 'Seward' is a refined selection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSummer Wine Ninebark Uses in Minnesota Landscapes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDark-Foliage Anchor\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe deep wine-purple, fine-textured leaves make Summer Wine a season-long color anchor in a mixed border, contrasting beautifully with chartreuse, silver, or gold foliage and bright flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTough, Low-Maintenance Shrub\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a native-derived shrub, it shrugs off clay, drought, heat, cold, and a wide pH range — a dependable choice for hard sites where you want color without fuss. Great for naturalized and pollinator-friendly plantings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInformal Hedge or Screen\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 5–6 feet, it makes a handsome informal hedge or screen with dark foliage and early-summer bloom. Space plants about 4–5 feet apart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBest Time to Plant Summer Wine Ninebark in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant in \u003cstrong\u003espring (late April–May, after the ground thaws)\u003c\/strong\u003e for a full season of root establishment, or in \u003cstrong\u003eearly fall (late August–early October)\u003c\/strong\u003e while the soil is still warm. Get it in the ground at least six weeks before the ground freezes. Avoid mid-summer heat and never plant after mid-October or before spring thaw.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Plant Summer Wine Ninebark\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChoose a full-sun spot for the richest foliage color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDig a hole twice the width of the root ball and just as deep, so the crown sits at or slightly above grade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoosen heavy clay and mix in 20–30% compost; ninebark isn't fussy but appreciates decent drainage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSet the plant, backfill, firm gently, and water in thoroughly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpace plants about 4–5 feet apart for a hedge or grouping.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMulch 2–3 inches with shredded bark, kept off the stems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWatering Summer Wine Ninebark in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFirst Year Watering Schedule\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeeks 1–2: water deeply every 2–3 days. Month 1–2: about twice a week. Month 3–6: roughly weekly during active growth, easing off when rainfall is adequate. \u003cstrong\u003eStop watering 2–3 weeks before the ground freezes\u003c\/strong\u003e — usually late October.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAfter Year One\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn established Summer Wine is quite drought-tolerant, needing supplemental water mainly during extended dry spells. It's one of the lowest-maintenance shrubs you can plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill Summer Wine Ninebark survive a Minnesota winter?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — easily. It's rated to USDA zone 3 and is one of the toughest, most cold-hardy landscape shrubs available, fully at home anywhere in the Twin Cities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it native to Minnesota?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — ninebark (\u003cem\u003ePhysocarpus opulifolius\u003c\/em\u003e) is a Minnesota native. 'Seward' (Summer Wine) is a refined, more compact selection bred for dark foliage and a tidy habit, so it brings native toughness with ornamental polish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill the purple foliage last all summer?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, especially in full sun. In too much shade the leaves green up, so give it good light for the deepest wine color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it tolerate clay soil?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — exceptionally well, along with dry sites and a wide pH range, which is why it's such a dependable problem-solver shrub.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShould I prune it?\u003c\/strong\u003e Optional. Prune right after the early-summer bloom if you want to shape it; it also takes a hard renewal cut in early spring if it gets leggy. Its exfoliating bark adds winter interest, so a light hand keeps that on display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYou May Also Like\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFirst Editions Little Devil Ninebark\u003c\/strong\u003e — a dwarf burgundy ninebark for smaller spaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGinger Wine Ninebark\u003c\/strong\u003e — a ninebark with orange-to-burgundy foliage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePink Dynamo Hydrangea\u003c\/strong\u003e — a compact hydrangea with white-to-pink blooms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlue Shadow Fothergilla\u003c\/strong\u003e — a blue-foliage shrub with spring flowers and brilliant fall color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmooth Sumac\u003c\/strong\u003e — a tough native shrub with brilliant red fall color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Three Timbers Minnesota","offers":[{"title":"#5 Gallon","offer_id":54233671696689,"sku":null,"price":43.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#2 Gallon","offer_id":54230599860529,"sku":null,"price":35.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#10 TF","offer_id":54233671729457,"sku":null,"price":178.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0986\/0694\/0465\/files\/Summer_Wine_Ninebark_2.jpg?v=1779074414"},{"product_id":"amber-jubilee-ninebark","title":"Amber Jubilee Ninebark","description":"\u003ch1\u003eGlowing Orange-Gold New Growth and Fiery Fall Color\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAmber Jubilee Ninebark (\u003cem\u003ePhysocarpus opulifolius\u003c\/em\u003e 'Amber Jubilee') is a kaleidoscope shrub — new growth emerges in glowing tones of orange, gold, and lime, maturing to amber, then turning rich purple-red in fall. White spring flowers and exfoliating winter bark complete the four-season show. Bred from tough native ninebark, it's adaptable, drought-tolerant, and deer-resistant — a warm, eye-catching shrub for sunny borders and foundations in Edina, Woodbury, and Maple Grove.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAmber Jubilee Ninebark Plant Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"mce-item-table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAttribute\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePhysocarpus opulifolius 'Amber Jubilee'\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMature Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5–6 ft. tall, 4–5 ft. wide\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness Zone\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3–7 (Twin Cities is zone 4b–5a — fully hardy)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull sun to part shade (best color in full sun)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLate spring into early summer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlower Color\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWhite, over glowing amber-gold foliage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdaptable — tolerates clay, poor soil, and a range of moisture\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinter Hardiness\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReliable to -40°F — a tough native\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeer Resistance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRarely browsed by deer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNative Status\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSelection of native ninebark\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLandscape Uses in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarm multicolor accent:\u003c\/strong\u003e Its ever-changing amber-gold-orange foliage and purple-red fall color give season-long warmth to borders and foundations. Space 4–5 feet apart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNative, pollinator, and four-season interest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spring flowers feed pollinators and exfoliating bark adds winter texture. Pair with dark-foliage shrubs and native perennials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBest Time to Plant in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant in spring (late April–May) or early fall (late August–mid September). Very adaptable; water through establishment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Plant Amber Jubilee Ninebark\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDig a hole twice the root ball width at the same depth, mixing in compost. Set the crown level, backfill, water well, and mulch 2–3 inches deep. Space 4–5 feet apart. Full sun gives the brightest color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWatering Amber Jubilee Ninebark\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFirst year:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water deeply every 2–3 days at first, then weekly. Stop 2–3 weeks before the ground freezes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAfter year one:\u003c\/strong\u003e Drought-tolerant — water during dry spells. Prune after flowering to encourage fresh, colorful new growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Why does the foliage change color?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNew growth emerges orange-gold-lime, matures to amber, then turns purple-red in fall — a true four-season color show.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Will it survive a Minnesota winter?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEasily — hardy well below Twin Cities lows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is it native?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — a colorful selection of native ninebark.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is it deer-resistant?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — deer rarely browse ninebark.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYou May Also Like\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAngel Gold Ninebark (Physocarpus opulifolius):\u003c\/strong\u003e A bright gold-foliage ninebark.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiabolo Ninebark (Physocarpus opulifolius):\u003c\/strong\u003e A deep purple ninebark for contrast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConeflower (Echinacea):\u003c\/strong\u003e A native pollinator companion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- tt-enriched --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Many Amber Jubilee Ninebark Do I Need?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor an informal hedge or screen, space Amber Jubilee 4–5 feet apart (it matures 4–5 ft wide):\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRun Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePlants Needed\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4–5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e40 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9–10\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs an accent, plant singly or in a group of 3 spaced 5 feet apart so each mound keeps its rounded shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAmber Jubilee Ninebark Season-by-Season in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpring:\u003c\/strong\u003e New growth unfurls in glowing orange, gold, and lime, followed in late spring by clusters of white flowers that draw bees and butterflies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSummer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Foliage matures to warm amber tones and holds its color through July heat better than most colored-leaf shrubs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFall:\u003c\/strong\u003e Leaves deepen to rich purple-red for a fiery finish to the season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWinter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Exfoliating cinnamon-brown bark peels in papery strips — genuine texture against the snow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Minnesota Native   ✔ Pollinator-Friendly   ✔ Deer-Resistant   ✔ Drought-Tolerant   ✔ Four-Season Interest\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant It With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/angel-gold-ninebark\"\u003eAngel Gold Ninebark\u003c\/a\u003e — pure gold foliage that echoes Amber Jubilee's brightest spring tones.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/diabolo-ninebark\"\u003eDiabolo Ninebark\u003c\/a\u003e — deep purple leaves that make the amber-orange glow pop.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/magnus-coneflower\"\u003eMagnus Coneflower\u003c\/a\u003e — native rosy-purple blooms at its feet all summer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/karl-foerster-feather-reed-grass\"\u003eKarl Foerster Feather Reed Grass\u003c\/a\u003e — upright vertical lines against the rounded mound.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Amber Jubilee Ninebark Right for Your Yard?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose it for a full-sun to lightly shaded spot with room for a 5–6 foot mound — it shrugs off clay, drought, road-side conditions, and deer, and the foliage colors hardest in full sun. Not a fit if your site is deeply shaded: the amber tones fade toward plain green and the habit gets loose.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Three Timbers Minnesota","offers":[{"title":"#2 Gallon","offer_id":54312989884721,"sku":null,"price":24.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#5 Gallon","offer_id":54312989917489,"sku":null,"price":35.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0986\/0694\/0465\/files\/amber-jubilee-ninebark.jpg?v=1779727884"},{"product_id":"angel-gold-ninebark","title":"Angel Gold Ninebark","description":"\u003ch1\u003eBright Gold Foliage on a Tough Native Shrub\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAngel Gold Ninebark (\u003cem\u003ePhysocarpus opulifolius\u003c\/em\u003e 'Angel Gold') lights up the border with bright golden-yellow foliage that holds well through the season, accented by clusters of white spring flowers and topped off with exfoliating winter bark. Bred from our tough native ninebark, it's adaptable, drought-tolerant, and deer-resistant. Its glowing foliage makes a brilliant contrast plant for sunny borders and foundations in Edina, Woodbury, and Maple Grove.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAngel Gold Ninebark Plant Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"mce-item-table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAttribute\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePhysocarpus opulifolius 'Angel Gold'\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMature Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5–7 ft. tall, 5–6 ft. wide\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness Zone\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3–7 (Twin Cities is zone 4b–5a — fully hardy)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull sun to part shade (best gold in sun, afternoon shade in hot spots prevents scorch)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLate spring into early summer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlower Color\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWhite, over golden foliage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdaptable — tolerates clay, poor soil, and a range of moisture\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinter Hardiness\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReliable to -40°F — a tough native\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeer Resistance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRarely browsed by deer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNative Status\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSelection of native ninebark\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLandscape Uses in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBright foliage accent:\u003c\/strong\u003e Its gold leaves provide season-long contrast against green and dark-foliage plants. Space 5–6 feet apart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNative, pollinator, and four-season interest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spring flowers feed pollinators and exfoliating bark adds winter texture. Pair with purple-leaved shrubs and native perennials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBest Time to Plant in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant in spring (late April–May) or early fall (late August–mid September). Very adaptable; water through establishment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Plant Angel Gold Ninebark\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDig a hole twice the root ball width at the same depth, mixing in compost. Set the crown level, backfill, water well, and mulch 2–3 inches deep. Space 5–6 feet apart. Afternoon shade in the hottest sites helps prevent leaf scorch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWatering Angel Gold Ninebark\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFirst year:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water deeply every 2–3 days at first, then weekly. Stop 2–3 weeks before the ground freezes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAfter year one:\u003c\/strong\u003e Drought-tolerant — water during dry spells. Prune after flowering to shape and refresh foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Will the gold foliage scorch?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt colors best in sun, but in the hottest, driest spots a little afternoon shade keeps it crisp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Will it survive a Minnesota winter?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEasily — hardy well below Twin Cities lows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is it native?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — a gold-leaved selection of native ninebark.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is it deer-resistant?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — deer rarely browse ninebark.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYou May Also Like\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAmber Jubilee Ninebark (Physocarpus opulifolius):\u003c\/strong\u003e A glowing gold-to-orange ninebark.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiabolo Ninebark (Physocarpus opulifolius):\u003c\/strong\u003e A deep purple ninebark for contrast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConeflower (Echinacea):\u003c\/strong\u003e A native pollinator companion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- tt-enriched --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Many Angel Gold Ninebark Do I Need?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor an informal hedge or privacy run, space Angel Gold 5–6 feet apart (mature width 5–6 ft):\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRun Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePlants Needed\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2–3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4–5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6–7\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e40 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8–9\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a contrast accent, one plant is enough to light up a green border; in larger beds, a group of 3 spaced 6 feet apart reads as a single golden mass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAngel Gold Ninebark Season-by-Season in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Foliage emerges brilliant gold, followed in late spring by button-like clusters of white flowers that bees and butterflies work heavily.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSummer:\u003c\/strong\u003e The golden-yellow color holds through the season instead of fading to green like older gold shrubs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFall:\u003c\/strong\u003e Leaves take on warm amber-bronze tones before dropping.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWinter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Exfoliating bark peels in cinnamon-brown strips on mature stems — honest winter texture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Minnesota Native   ✔ Pollinator-Friendly   ✔ Deer-Resistant   ✔ Drought-Tolerant   ✔ Four-Season Interest\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant It With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/diabolo-ninebark\"\u003eDiabolo Ninebark\u003c\/a\u003e — the classic gold-on-purple pairing; each makes the other glow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/amber-jubilee-ninebark\"\u003eAmber Jubilee Ninebark\u003c\/a\u003e — amber-orange tones that bridge gold and purple in a mixed ninebark run.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/summer-wine-ninebark\"\u003eSummer Wine Ninebark\u003c\/a\u003e — compact wine-dark foliage for contrast in tighter beds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/magnus-coneflower\"\u003eMagnus Coneflower\u003c\/a\u003e — native rosy-purple summer bloom at the shrub's feet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Angel Gold Ninebark Right for Your Yard?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant it where you want bright, season-long gold on a no-fuss native frame — full sun to light shade, any reasonable soil, deer country included. Give it room for a 5–7 foot shrub. Not a fit for the hottest, bone-dry corner of a south-facing wall — gold leaves can scorch there without afternoon relief — or for deep shade, where the gold dulls to lime.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Three Timbers Minnesota","offers":[{"title":"#2 Gallon","offer_id":54312991457585,"sku":null,"price":24.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#5 Gallon","offer_id":54312991490353,"sku":null,"price":31.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0986\/0694\/0465\/files\/angel-gold-ninebark.jpg?v=1779727884"},{"product_id":"diabolo-ninebark","title":"Diabolo Ninebark","description":"\u003ch1\u003eThe Classic Large Native Shrub With Deep Purple Foliage\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiabolo Ninebark (\u003cem\u003ePhysocarpus opulifolius\u003c\/em\u003e 'Diabolo') is the original purple-leaved ninebark and still a landscape standard — a big, vigorous Minnesota-native shrub clothed in deep burgundy-purple foliage, with clusters of white-to-pink flowers in late spring, red seed heads, and exfoliating winter bark. Adaptable, drought-tolerant, and deer-resistant, it makes a bold specimen, hedge, or screen for gardens in Edina, Woodbury, and Maple Grove.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDiabolo Ninebark Plant Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"mce-item-table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAttribute\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePhysocarpus opulifolius 'Diabolo'\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMature Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8–10 ft. tall, 6–8 ft. wide\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness Zone\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3–7 (Twin Cities is zone 4b–5a — fully hardy)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull sun to part shade (darkest foliage in full sun)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLate spring into early summer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlower Color\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWhite to pink, over deep purple foliage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdaptable — tolerates clay, poor soil, and a range of moisture\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinter Hardiness\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReliable to -40°F — a tough native\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeer Resistance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRarely browsed by deer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNative Status\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSelection of native ninebark\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLandscape Uses in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBold specimen, hedge, or screen:\u003c\/strong\u003e Its large size and dark foliage make a strong statement or informal screen. Space 5–6 feet apart for a hedge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNative, pollinator, and four-season interest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spring flowers feed pollinators, red seed heads follow, and exfoliating bark adds winter texture. Pair with gold-foliage shrubs and native perennials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBest Time to Plant in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant in spring (late April–May) or early fall (late August–mid September). Very adaptable; water through establishment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Plant Diabolo Ninebark\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDig a hole twice the root ball width at the same depth, mixing in compost. Set the crown level, backfill, water well, and mulch 2–3 inches deep. Space 5–6 feet apart. Full sun gives the darkest foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWatering Diabolo Ninebark\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFirst year:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water deeply every 2–3 days at first, then weekly. Stop 2–3 weeks before the ground freezes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAfter year one:\u003c\/strong\u003e Drought-tolerant — water during dry spells. Prune after flowering, or cut back hard to renew if it gets leggy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How big does it get?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLarge — 8 to 10 feet tall — so give it room or plan to prune; it also makes an excellent informal hedge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Will it survive a Minnesota winter?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEasily — hardy well below Twin Cities lows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is it native?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — the classic purple-leaved selection of native ninebark.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is it deer-resistant?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — deer rarely browse ninebark.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYou May Also Like\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSummer Wine Black Ninebark (Physocarpus opulifolius):\u003c\/strong\u003e A finer-textured, near-black ninebark.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAmber Jubilee Ninebark (Physocarpus opulifolius):\u003c\/strong\u003e A glowing gold-orange ninebark.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Purple Lilac (Syringa vulgaris):\u003c\/strong\u003e A fragrant large shrub for hedges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- tt-enriched --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Many Diabolo Ninebark Do I Need?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor an informal hedge or privacy screen, space Diabolo 5–6 feet apart (the body's own hedge spacing) — at 6–8 feet of spread it closes into a dense purple wall 8–10 feet tall:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRun Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePlants Needed (5–6 ft spacing)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5–6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e40 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7–8\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a specimen, give a single plant an 8-foot circle — it earns the space with four seasons of presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDiabolo Ninebark Season-by-Season in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep burgundy-purple leaves unfurl, then white-to-pink button clusters cover the branches in late spring, humming with native bees.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSummer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Foliage stays dark purple in full sun — the boldest big-shrub backdrop in the border — while red seed heads ripen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFall:\u003c\/strong\u003e Seed heads persist as the purple leaves deepen and drop, revealing the arching branch structure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWinter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Papery exfoliating bark peels in cinnamon-brown layers on stems tall enough to show above snow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Minnesota Native   ✔ Pollinator-Friendly   ✔ Deer-Resistant   ✔ Drought-Tolerant   ✔ Four-Season Interest\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant It With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/summer-wine-black-ninebark\"\u003eSummer Wine Black Ninebark\u003c\/a\u003e — a finer-textured, near-black ninebark at a smaller scale in front.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/amber-jubilee-ninebark\"\u003eAmber Jubilee Ninebark\u003c\/a\u003e — glowing gold-orange foliage for high-contrast pairing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/common-purple-lilac\"\u003eCommon Purple Lilac\u003c\/a\u003e — a fragrant large-shrub partner for a mixed tall hedge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/darts-gold-ninebark\"\u003eDart's Gold Ninebark\u003c\/a\u003e — bright gold foliage that makes Diabolo's purple read even darker.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Diabolo Ninebark Right for Your Yard?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe right pick when you have room — a back-of-border, property line, or screen spot in full sun with any soil, including clay — and want native habitat value, deer resistance, and bold color with almost no care. Not a fit for tight foundation beds: at 8–10 feet tall and wide it will outgrow small spaces fast (choose Darkstar or Tiny Wine there instead), and foliage fades toward green in heavy shade.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Three Timbers Minnesota","offers":[{"title":"#5 Gallon","offer_id":54312991588657,"sku":null,"price":30.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0986\/0694\/0465\/files\/diabolo-ninebark.jpg?v=1779727885"},{"product_id":"raspberry-lemonade-ninebark","title":"Raspberry Lemonade Ninebark","description":"\u003ch1\u003eFoliage That Shifts From Lemon-Yellow to Raspberry-Red\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRaspberry Lemonade Ninebark (\u003cem\u003ePhysocarpus opulifolius\u003c\/em\u003e 'Raspberry Lemonade') puts on a constantly changing color show — new growth emerges bright lemon-yellow and matures to rich raspberry-red, so the compact shrub glows in warm bicolor tones all season. White-pink spring flowers and exfoliating winter bark round out the appeal. Bred from tough native ninebark, it's adaptable, drought-tolerant, and deer-resistant — a vivid foliage shrub for borders and foundations in Edina, Woodbury, and Maple Grove.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRaspberry Lemonade Ninebark Plant Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"mce-item-table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAttribute\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePhysocarpus opulifolius 'Raspberry Lemonade'\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMature Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3–5 ft. tall, 3–5 ft. wide\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness Zone\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3–7 (Twin Cities is zone 4b–5a — fully hardy)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull sun to part shade (best color in full sun)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLate spring into early summer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlower Color\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWhite to pink, over lemon-to-raspberry foliage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdaptable — tolerates clay, poor soil, and a range of moisture\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinter Hardiness\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReliable to -40°F — a tough native\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeer Resistance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRarely browsed by deer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNative Status\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSelection of native ninebark\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLandscape Uses in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMulticolor foliage accent:\u003c\/strong\u003e The lemon-to-raspberry shift gives season-long, ever-changing color in borders and foundations. Space 3–4 feet apart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNative, pollinator, and four-season interest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spring flowers feed pollinators and exfoliating bark adds winter texture. Pair with dark-foliage shrubs and native perennials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBest Time to Plant in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant in spring (late April–May) or early fall (late August–mid September). Very adaptable; water through establishment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Plant Raspberry Lemonade Ninebark\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDig a hole twice the root ball width at the same depth, mixing in compost. Set the crown level, backfill, water well, and mulch 2–3 inches deep. Space 3–4 feet apart. Full sun gives the brightest color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWatering Raspberry Lemonade Ninebark\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFirst year:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water deeply every 2–3 days at first, then weekly. 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Prune after flowering to encourage fresh, colorful new growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Why does the foliage change color?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNew growth emerges lemon-yellow and matures to raspberry-red, so the shrub shows warm bicolor tones all season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Will it survive a Minnesota winter?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEasily — hardy well below Twin Cities lows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is it native?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — a colorful selection of native ninebark.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is it deer-resistant?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — deer rarely browse ninebark.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYou May Also Like\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAmber Jubilee Ninebark (Physocarpus opulifolius):\u003c\/strong\u003e A glowing gold-orange ninebark.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDarkstar Ninebark (Physocarpus opulifolius):\u003c\/strong\u003e A dark-burgundy ninebark for contrast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConeflower (Echinacea):\u003c\/strong\u003e A native pollinator companion.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Three Timbers Minnesota","offers":[{"title":"#2 Gallon","offer_id":54312991818033,"sku":null,"price":24.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#5 Gallon","offer_id":54312991850801,"sku":null,"price":35.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0986\/0694\/0465\/files\/raspberry-lemonade-ninebark.jpg?v=1779727885"},{"product_id":"summer-wine-black-ninebark","title":"Summer Wine Black Ninebark","description":"\u003ch1\u003eThe Darkest Ninebark: Near-Black Foliage on a Native Shrub\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSummer Wine Black Ninebark (\u003cem\u003ePhysocarpus opulifolius\u003c\/em\u003e 'Summer Wine Black') is among the darkest-leaved ninebarks — deeply saturated near-black foliage on a fine-textured, upright-arching shrub, accented by clusters of white-pink button flowers in late spring. Bred from our tough native ninebark, it offers dramatic season-long color, pollinator value, and exfoliating winter bark. 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Prune after flowering to shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How dark is the foliage?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAmong the darkest of any ninebark — a deep, near-black purple that holds all season in full sun.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Will it survive a Minnesota winter?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEasily — hardy well below Twin Cities lows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is it native?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — a dark-leaved selection of native ninebark.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is it deer-resistant?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — deer rarely browse ninebark.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYou May Also Like\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiabolo Ninebark (Physocarpus opulifolius):\u003c\/strong\u003e The classic large purple-black ninebark.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAmber Jubilee Ninebark (Physocarpus opulifolius):\u003c\/strong\u003e A glowing gold-orange ninebark for contrast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGlow Girl Spirea (Spiraea):\u003c\/strong\u003e A gold-foliage shrub to set off the dark leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Three Timbers Minnesota","offers":[{"title":"#2 Gallon","offer_id":54312991883569,"sku":null,"price":37.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#5 Gallon","offer_id":54312991916337,"sku":null,"price":45.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0986\/0694\/0465\/files\/summer-wine-black-ninebark.jpg?v=1779727884"},{"product_id":"tiny-wine-ninebark","title":"Tiny Wine Ninebark","description":"\u003ch1\u003eA Compact Native Shrub With Rich Wine-Purple Foliage\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTiny Wine Ninebark (\u003cem\u003ePhysocarpus opulifolius\u003c\/em\u003e 'Tiny Wine') brings the bold burgundy foliage and toughness of native ninebark to a refined, compact shrub that fits smaller gardens. Fine-textured wine-purple leaves clothe arching branches, accented by white-and-pink button flowers in late spring, with exfoliating bark for winter interest. Adaptable, drought-tolerant, and deer-resistant, it's a versatile dark-foliage shrub for foundations and borders in Edina, Woodbury, and Maple Grove.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTiny Wine Ninebark Plant Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"mce-item-table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAttribute\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePhysocarpus opulifolius 'Tiny Wine'\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMature Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3–5 ft. tall, 3–5 ft. wide\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness Zone\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3–7 (Twin Cities is zone 4b–5a — fully hardy)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull sun to part shade (darkest foliage in full sun)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLate spring into early summer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlower Color\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWhite to pink, over wine-purple foliage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdaptable — tolerates clay, poor soil, and a range of moisture\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinter Hardiness\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReliable to -40°F — a tough native\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeer Resistance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRarely browsed by deer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNative Status\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompact selection of native ninebark\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLandscape Uses in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompact dark-foliage shrub:\u003c\/strong\u003e Its smaller, refined size suits foundations, low hedges, and tighter borders. Space 3–4 feet apart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNative, pollinator, and four-season interest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spring flowers feed pollinators and the exfoliating bark adds winter texture. Pair with gold-foliage shrubs and native perennials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBest Time to Plant in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant in spring (late April–May) or early fall (late August–mid September). Very adaptable; water through establishment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Plant Tiny Wine Ninebark\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDig a hole twice the root ball width at the same depth, mixing in compost. Set the crown level, backfill, water well, and mulch 2–3 inches deep. Space 3–4 feet apart. Full sun gives the darkest foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWatering Tiny Wine Ninebark\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFirst year:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water deeply every 2–3 days at first, then weekly. Stop 2–3 weeks before the ground freezes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAfter year one:\u003c\/strong\u003e Drought-tolerant — water during dry spells. Prune after flowering to shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How is it different from full-size ninebark?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTiny Wine is more compact and finer-textured, fitting smaller gardens while keeping the rich wine foliage and toughness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Will it survive a Minnesota winter?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEasily — hardy well below Twin Cities lows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is it native?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — it's a compact selection of native ninebark.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is it deer-resistant?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — deer rarely browse ninebark.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYou May Also Like\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDarkstar Ninebark (Physocarpus opulifolius):\u003c\/strong\u003e A full-size dark-burgundy ninebark.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAmber Jubilee Ninebark (Physocarpus opulifolius):\u003c\/strong\u003e A glowing gold-orange ninebark.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGlow Girl Spirea (Spiraea):\u003c\/strong\u003e A gold-foliage shrub for contrast.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Three Timbers Minnesota","offers":[{"title":"#2 Gallon","offer_id":54312993587505,"sku":null,"price":37.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#5 Gallon","offer_id":54312993620273,"sku":null,"price":45.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0986\/0694\/0465\/files\/tiny-wine-ninebark.jpg?v=1779727884"},{"product_id":"darkstar-ninebark","title":"Darkstar Ninebark","description":"\u003ch1\u003eA Native Shrub With Dark Burgundy Foliage and Four-Season Interest\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDarkstar Ninebark (\u003cem\u003ePhysocarpus opulifolius\u003c\/em\u003e 'Darkstar') is a tough Minnesota-native shrub grown for its rich, deep burgundy-black foliage that holds color all season, clusters of white-to-pink spring flowers, red seed heads, and handsome exfoliating bark for winter interest. Adaptable, drought-tolerant, and deer-resistant, it's a bold, low-care anchor for sunny borders and foundations in Edina, Woodbury, and Maple Grove.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDarkstar Ninebark Plant Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"mce-item-table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAttribute\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePhysocarpus opulifolius 'Darkstar'\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMature Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4–6 ft. tall, 4–6 ft. wide\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness Zone\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3–7 (Twin Cities is zone 4b–5a — fully hardy)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull sun to part shade (darkest foliage in full sun)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLate spring into early summer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlower Color\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWhite to pink, over dark burgundy foliage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdaptable — tolerates clay, poor soil, and a range of moisture\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinter Hardiness\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReliable to -40°F — a tough native\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeer Resistance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRarely browsed by deer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNative Status\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSelection of native ninebark\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLandscape Uses in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDark foliage anchor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Its deep burgundy leaves provide season-long contrast in borders and foundations. Space 4–6 feet apart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNative, pollinator, and four-season interest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spring flowers feed pollinators, red seed heads follow, and exfoliating bark adds winter texture. Pair with gold-foliage shrubs and native perennials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBest Time to Plant in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant in spring (late April–May) or early fall (late August–mid September). Very adaptable; water through establishment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Plant Darkstar Ninebark\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDig a hole twice the root ball width at the same depth, mixing in compost. Set the crown level, backfill, water well, and mulch 2–3 inches deep. Space 4–6 feet apart. Full sun gives the darkest foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWatering Darkstar Ninebark\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFirst year:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water deeply every 2–3 days at first, then weekly. Stop 2–3 weeks before the ground freezes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAfter year one:\u003c\/strong\u003e Drought-tolerant — water during dry spells. Prune after flowering to shape, or cut back hard to renew if it gets leggy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is it native?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — ninebark is a Minnesota native, and Darkstar is a dark-leaved selection valued for foliage and wildlife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Will it survive a Minnesota winter?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEasily — hardy well below Twin Cities lows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What is the winter interest?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIts bark peels in papery layers (the \"nine bark\"), adding texture to the winter landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is it deer-resistant?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — deer rarely browse ninebark.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYou May Also Like\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAmber Jubilee Ninebark (Physocarpus opulifolius):\u003c\/strong\u003e A glowing gold-orange ninebark for contrast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTiny Wine Ninebark (Physocarpus opulifolius):\u003c\/strong\u003e A compact wine-purple ninebark.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGlow Girl Spirea (Spiraea):\u003c\/strong\u003e A gold-foliage shrub to set off the dark leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- tt-enriched --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Many Darkstar Ninebark Do I Need?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor an informal hedge or privacy run, space Darkstar about 5 feet apart — at 4–6 feet of mature spread, plants merge into a dense burgundy wall:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRun Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePlants Needed (5 ft spacing)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2–3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e40 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a specimen, give a single plant a 6-foot circle; for a bold border anchor, plant a group of 3 spaced 5 feet apart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDarkstar Ninebark Season-by-Season in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep burgundy-black leaves unfurl, followed in late spring by button-like clusters of white-to-pink flowers buzzing with native bees.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSummer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Foliage holds its near-black color through the heat (darkest in full sun) while red seed heads replace the spent blooms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFall:\u003c\/strong\u003e Seed heads persist and the dark leaves deepen before dropping to reveal the branch structure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWinter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Papery, exfoliating bark peels in cinnamon layers — the \"nine barks\" — giving real texture against snow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Minnesota Native   ✔ Pollinator-Friendly   ✔ Deer-Resistant   ✔ Drought-Tolerant   ✔ Four-Season Interest\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant It With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/amber-jubilee-ninebark\"\u003eAmber Jubilee Ninebark\u003c\/a\u003e — glowing gold-orange foliage for a dramatic dark-light ninebark pairing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/tiny-wine-ninebark\"\u003eTiny Wine Ninebark\u003c\/a\u003e — a compact wine-purple echo for the front of the bed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/glow-girl-spirea\"\u003eGlow Girl Spirea\u003c\/a\u003e — bright gold foliage that makes the burgundy leaves look even darker.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/karl-foerster-feather-reed-grass\"\u003eKarl Foerster Feather Reed Grass\u003c\/a\u003e — upright wheat-gold plumes for movement beside the dark mass.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Darkstar Ninebark Right for Your Yard?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA fit for sunny borders, foundations, and tough sites in nearly any soil — clay included — where you want native value, deer resistance, and bold foliage contrast with almost no care. Not a fit for deep shade: the burgundy foliage fades toward green and the habit gets leggy without at least half a day of sun.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Three Timbers Minnesota","offers":[{"title":"#2 Gallon","offer_id":54312994144561,"sku":null,"price":24.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0986\/0694\/0465\/files\/darkstar-ninebark.jpg?v=1779727885"}],"url":"https:\/\/threetimbersmn.com\/collections\/ninebarks.oembed","provider":"Three Timbers Minnesota","version":"1.0","type":"link"}