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Physocarpus opulifolius Midnight - Ninebark
Physocarpus opulifolius Midnight - Ninebark
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Physocarpus opulifolius 'Midnight', also known as Ninebark 'Midnight', is the darkest variety. This bush, with its elegant habit, is remarkable for its very glossy, very dark purple foliage that turns orange-red in autumn. It blooms throughout spring, producing dark red corymbs that open into small light pink flowers that turn white, followed by red fruits. Easy to grow and very hardy, it pairs well with lighter plants in white or yellow tones to create a striking contrast.
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Physocarpus opulifolius 'Midnight' belongs to the Rosaceae family. It is a selection of seedlings from the 'Diabolo' variety. The species from which these varieties originate, Physocarpus opulifolius, is native to North America. This bush has a medium to fast growth rate and will reach a maximum adult size of 1.7 metres (6 feet) tall and 1.2 metres (4 feet) wide.
This Ninebark is a deciduous bush with a highly branched,  elegant habit, initially upright and then arching with age. It is remarkable for its almost black, glossy foliage in spring and summer, which turns red in autumn. The leaves are palmate, lobed, deeply cut, and serrated. From spring to early summer, flattened corymbs adorned with purple buds appear, opening into small pale pink and then white flowers, which produce nectar. They are followed by red fruits that are appreciated by birds in autumn. The bush remains decorative in winter, with its bark exfoliating in beige to reddish-brown patches.
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The 'Midnight' Ninebark will find its place in borders, providing contrast with bushes with lighter foliage. It will be charming in a mixed hedge, accompanied by spiraeas (Spirea arguta, Spirea x billardii), viburnums (Viburnum carlesii 'Chesapeake', Viburnum x bodnantense), dwarf winged Euonymus (Euonymus alatus 'Compactus'), or Neillia (Neillia affinis) that it will illuminate. To accompany its changing colours, one can plant Heucheras or Heucherellas, for example, at its base.
The name Physocarpus opulifolius comes from the Greek 'phusa' meaning air bubble or vesicle, and 'karpos' which refers to fruit, in reference to the shape of the fruit. The resemblance of its foliage to that of the European Viburnum opulus earned it the specific name "opulifolius". Introduced to Europe around 1687, the numerous colourful cultivars that have been created in recent years have led to its resurgence in gardens.
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Plant Physocarpus opulifolius 'Midnight' in deep, humus-rich, fertile and moist, neutral to acidic soil. It fears excess limestone or acidity. Avoid letting the soil dry out in summer and shower the foliage during heatwaves. This bush will thrive in partial shade or in the sun, but the foliage colors will be more pronounced if planted in a sunny location. This bush requires pruning. Indeed, it sometimes tends to become bare at the base. Proceed after flowering, by cutting back overly arched stems.
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Hardiness is the lowest winter temperature a plant can endure without suffering serious damage or even dying. However, hardiness is affected by location (a sheltered area, such as a patio), protection (winter cover) and soil type (hardiness is improved by well-drained soil).
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The flowering period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, the United Kingdom, Ireland, the Netherlands, etc.)
It will vary according to where you live:
In temperate climates, pruning of spring-flowering shrubs (forsythia, spireas, etc.) should be done just after flowering.
Pruning of summer-flowering shrubs (Indian Lilac, Perovskia, etc.) can be done in winter or spring.
In cold regions as well as with frost-sensitive plants, avoid pruning too early when severe frosts may still occur.
The planting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, United Kingdom, Ireland, Netherlands).
It will vary according to where you live:
The harvesting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions in USDA zone 8 (France, England, Ireland, the Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...) fruit and vegetable harvests are likely to be delayed by 3-4 weeks.
In warmer areas (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), harvesting will probably take place earlier, depending on weather conditions.
The sowing periods indicated on our website apply to countries and regions within USDA Zone 8 (France, UK, Ireland, Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...), delay any outdoor sowing by 3-4 weeks, or sow under glass.
In warmer climes (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), bring outdoor sowing forward by a few weeks.