Physocarpus opulifolius 'SMPOCG' - Chroma Chameleon™ Ninebark

 Chroma Chameleon Ninebark is an upright-rounded native deciduous shrub with near black foliage on red stems that emerges red and might briefly green before it matures.  Dense clusters of pink buds open to small  white flowers that bloom from late spring into summer. Grows best with afternoon shade in the South and dry to medium well-drained acidic soil.  

MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low Maintenance.  No serious pests or diseases.  Fireblight and leaf spot may occur.  Prune immediately after flowering.

 LANDSCAPE USES:  Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, Woodland Gardens, Native Gardens, Hedges, and Containers.

COMPANION PLANTS:  Boxwood, Weigela, Spirea

IMAGES: Prides Corner, Physocarpus opulifolius Chroma Chameleon™ ('SMPOCGT')

*As plants have ranges in appearance they may not appear as the images shown.