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Western Ninebark

Western Ninebark

Physocarpus capitatus

shrub☀️ full sun💧💧 moderate water Hardy: Zone 3bZone 8b

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Western Ninebark is a deciduous shrub native to the Pacific Northwest, valued for its showy clusters of small white to pink flowers and exfoliating cinnamon-colored bark. It tolerates wet soils and performs well in riparian zones, making it useful for erosion control and wildlife habitat.

Overview

Form
Upright
Growth Rate
moderate
Size
4–8′ tall × 4–8′ wide
Dormancy
deciduous
Family
Rosaceae

Native to the United States

Native Range

Pacific Northwest North America

Native to: California, Idaho, Oregon, Washington

Seasonality

Bloom Season

J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Season of Interest

SpringSummer

Notable Cultivars

'Tilden Park' is a popular compact cultivar with deep burgundy foliage; 'Minuet' is a dwarf selection with purple leaves and pink flowers.

Companion Planting

Plants well with