Physocarpus opulifolius 'Diabolo' Evergreen Colours brilliantly red in autumn

Colours brilliantly red in autumn after a hot summer

taking on a brilliant orange to red colour in autumn

Valued for its light pink to magenta flowers borne in April May on bare grey stems

often seen as ornamental garden specimens or hedging

Physocarpus opulifolius 'Diabolo' Evergreen Colours brilliantly red in autumnClosely related to Spiraea, the ninebark is noted for its exfoliating bark (on mature branches) which peels in strips to reveal several layers of reddish to light brown inner bark which creates lovely winter interest. Pale pink corymbs are followed by drooping clusters of reddish fruit. Attractive dark purple leaves, may go green in hot summers. H7