Physocarpus opulifolius Little Devil
ninebark 'Donna May'
A low-growing, compact shrub to 1.2m tall and wide. Leaves emerge bronze-green before darkening to a burgundy-purple colour. Clusters of pinkish-white flowers are borne in summer
Synonyms
Physocarpus opulifolius 'Little Devil'Physocarpus opulifolius Little Devil
see morePhysocarpus Little Devil
Size
Ultimate height
1–1.5 metresTime to ultimate height
5–10 yearsUltimate spread
1–1.5 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Moist but well–drainedpH
Acid, NeutralColour & scent
Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
Spring | Bronze Green | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Summer | Pink White | Purple | ||
Autumn | Purple | |||
Winter |
Position
- Full sun
- Partial shade
Aspect
South–facing or North–facing or East–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered Hardiness
H7Botanical details
- Family
- Rosaceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- No
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Habit
- Bushy, Suckering
- Genus
Physocarpus are bushy deciduous suckering shrubs with palmately lobed leaves and corymbs of small cream flowers in early summer, followed by small, bladdery brown fruits
- Name status
Accepted
How to grow
Cultivation
Grows best in acidic, moderately fertile, humus-rich soil. Will tolerate alkaline conditions, but chlorosis may occur on shallow chalk
Propagation
Propagate by softwood cuttings in summer or pot up suckers in the autumn
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Cottage and informal garden
- City and courtyard gardens
- Low Maintenance
- Hedging and screens
Pruning
Pests
Generally pest-free
Diseases
May be susceptible to honey fungus
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