Physocarpus ‘Summer Wine’ – Ninebark Live Starter Plant | 5–7 Inches Tall | Dark Purple Foliage Shrub | Hardy Landscape Plant | White Spring Blooms

Add dramatic color and texture to your landscape with Physocarpus ‘Summer Wine’, a striking ninebark variety known for its deep burgundy to near-black foliage. This well-rooted starter plant develops into a hardy, easy-care shrub that provides season-long color and visual interest. In spring, clusters of small white flowers contrast beautifully against the dark leaves, creating a stunning display. Ideal for borders, hedges, or as a focal point, this versatile shrub thrives in a variety of conditions and is especially vibrant when grown in full sun. You will receive a healthy plant similar in size and condition to the one shown in the listing photos.

You will receive:
✔️ 1 live ninebark starter plant
✔️ Height: approximately 5–7 inches
✔️ Shipped in 3 x 4 inch nursery pot
✔️ Well-rooted, healthy plant
✔️ Secure packaging for safe arrival

🌼 Growing Information
Common Name: Summer Wine Ninebark
Botanical Name: Physocarpus opulifolius ‘Summer Wine’
Plant Type: Deciduous flowering shrub
Growth Stage: Starter plant
Sun Requirements: Full sun to light shade (best color in full sun)
Soil: Well-draining soil
Watering: Moderate; drought tolerant once established
Mature Size: 5–8 feet tall
Growth Rate: Fast-growing
USDA Zones: 3–7
Container Friendly: Yes (young plants; best planted in ground long-term)

💡 Care Tip: Plant in full sun for the deepest foliage color. Prune after flowering to maintain shape and encourage fresh growth.