.plant-container { font-family: inherit; } .plant-container ul { list-style: none; padding-left: 0; margin-left: 0; } .plant-container li { display: flex; align-items: center; margin-bottom: 8px; line-height: 1.6; padding-left: 0; } .plant-container img { width: 24px; height: auto; margin-right: 10px; vertical-align: middle; flex-shrink: 0; } Diablo' Ninebark Physocarpus opulifolius 'Diablo' Description Deciduous shrub featuring dark purple foliage, vibrant clusters of pink flowers in late spring, and a compact, bushy growth habit suitable for borders or hedges. Suggested Uses Perfect for landscape borders, privacy screens, container planting, and adding color to garden beds. Plant Details Botanical Name: Diablo' Ninebark Physocarpus opulifolius 'Diablo' Common Name: Diablo' Ninebark Size & Growth: Typically reaches 5-8 ft high and wide with a dense, rounded form Hardiness Zones: 2-7 Foliage Type: Deciduous Bloom Time: Late spring to early summer Growth Rate: Moderate Light Requirements: Full sun to part shade Attracts Pollinators: Bees and butterflies Indoor Friendly: Not suitable for indoor growing Container Friendly: Yes, for patios and containers Deer Resistant: Yes Pet Warning: Slight toxicity if ingested Fragrant: No Cut Flower: Yes, with vibrant pink flowers Grows Well With: Ornaments, perennials, and shrubs with similar water and light needs Care Tips Planting Instructions: Plant in spring or early fall in well-drained soil with full sun for best growth. Soil Moisture: Prefers evenly moist soil; drought tolerant once established. Soil Type: Adaptable to loam, clay, or sandy soils. Humidity: Tolerant of average humidity levels. Pruning Instructions: Prune after flowering to maintain shape and remove dead or damaged branches. Winter Care: Protect young plants from harsh winter winds; mature plants are cold hardy. Planting Depth: Bury root ball at same level as in nursery pot. Fertilization: Apply balanced fertilizer in early spring for optimal growth. Special Care: Mulch around base to conserve moisture and suppress weeds.