Physocarpus opulif. 'Little Joker' - 20-30 CM C2

Description
The Ninebark 'Little Joker' (Physocarpus opulifolius) is a bushy, upright large shrub that produces white flowers arranged in umbels. They appear from June to July. The Ninebark 'Little Joker' also has egg-shaped, cut, burgundy-red leaves. In a sunny to semi-shady location with well-drained soil, it usually reaches a height of approx. 50 cm and is approx. 30 cm wide.

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Spiraea opulifolius, Physocarpus opulifolius 'Hoogi021'.

Bulletpoints
* the flowers are very popular with bees, bumblebees and hoverflies * easy to care for * resistant to urban climates, wind-resistant, smoke-hardy

leaves
The deciduous leaves of Ninebark 'Little Joker' are burgundy-red, ovate, cut, alternate, lobed. They are about 5 - 10 cm in size.

Bark
Exfoliating bark.

Spread
North America.

Frost hardiness
The Ninebark 'Little Joker' has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Ninebark 'Little Joker' is bushy and upright in habit.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady position.

Soil
Normal soil.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Tasks
- Fertilise: In the period from April to August.

Care
- Excess water must be able to drain away easily and waterlogging should be avoided at all costs. - Heavy pruning in spring encourages flowering.

Flower
The white flowers of the Ninebark 'Little Joker' appear in corymbs from June to July.

Use
Privacy screen, solitary, ornamental shrub, bee pasture, bird food plant, balcony/terrace

Root
Physocarpus opulifolius 'Little Joker' is a heart-root plant and, depending on the soil, forms sparsely branched roots.