First Editions® Amber Jubilee™ Ninebark

Physocarpus opulifolius 'Jefam'

Amber Jubilee Ninebark is an upright-spreading native deciduous shrub with vibrant 3-5 lobed lime green foliage that emerges a showy orange with yellow veins and turns purple in fall.  Small white or pink flowers bloom in late spring into summer and are followed by drooping clusters of red berries.  Grows best with afternoon shade  in the South and dry to medium well-drained acidic soil. 

MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low Maintenance.  No serious pests or diseases.  Fireblight and leaf spot may occur.  Prune immediately after flowering.

 LANDSCAPE USES:  Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, Woodland Gardens, Native Gardens, Hedges, and Containers.

COMPANION PLANTS:  Boxwood, Weigela, Spirea

Image: Photo by Peter Stevens, Amber Jubilee Ninebark