Physocarpus opulif. 'All Black'? - 2 Ltr pot

Description
These produce red fruits from July onwards. The purple-red shoots are also an interesting sight.

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Spiraea opulifolius, Physocarpus opulifolius 'MINALL2'.

Bulletpoints
* Fruit ornamentation * beautiful foliage * light brown shoots * bees, bumblebees and hoverflies are attracted to the flowers * suitable for containers * purple-red shoots * resistant to urban climates, wind-resistant, smoke-hardy

Leaves
High leaf ornamental value.

Bark
Flaking bark.

Growth habit
Ninebark 'All Black'® is bushy and compact in habit. Fast growing.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

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

Soil
Standard container plant 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 appear in umbels from May to June.

fruit
The red fruits of Physocarpus opulifolius 'All Black'® are particularly decorative. These appear from July.

Use
Container, solitary, ornamental shrub, bee pasture, bird feeder, balcony/patio

Shoots
The shoots of Physocarpus opulifolius 'All Black'® are light brown in colour.

Root
Physocarpus opulifolius 'All Black'® is a heartroot and, depending on the soil, forms sparsely branched roots.