Long arching branches with shredded peeling bark. This Pacific Northwest native shrub produces large clusters of small white flower domes in spring. Pacific Ninebark is a wonderful butterfly forage and larval host. Summer sees the flower heads turn to papery with small red fruits. Fall touches the maple-shaped leaves with rosy-brown. Prefers sun or moderate shade and moist soils. Pacific Ninebark grows about 10-15 ft. tall.
ZONE: 4-10
POLLINATION/BLOOM TIME: Mid-season.
RECOMMENDED GROWING AND CARE:
Full to 1/2 sun, balanced moisture, mildly acidic soils and good drainage. Thin twiggy growth and older branches as needed.
DISEASE RESISTANCE: Good.
SIZE AT MATURITY: To 10-20' tall and wide, smaller and more compact in harsh conditions.
