{"product_id":"physocarpe-diabolo","title":"Diabolo Ninebark","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiabolo Ninebark (\u003cem\u003ePhysocarpus opulifolius\u003c\/em\u003e ‘Diabolo’)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDark Purple Foliage Shrub for Ontario and Eastern Canada (Zones 2–7)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eQuick Expert Summary\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Diabolo Ninebark (\u003cem\u003ePhysocarpus opulifolius\u003c\/em\u003e ‘Diabolo’) is a moderate-growing, extremely cold-hardy shrub ideal for Ontario and Eastern Canada (Zones 2–7). It typically grows 1–2 ft per year (30–60 cm) and reaches 3–6 ft (1–2 m) at maturity. Best for hedges, ornamental planting, and landscape contrast, it offers rich dark purple foliage and exceptional adaptability to a wide range of soil and urban conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose Diabolo Ninebark for Ontario and Eastern Canada?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA tough, low-maintenance shrub that brings bold colour and thrives in harsh Canadian climates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Zone 2 (Ideal for Ontario and Eastern Canada Zones 2–7)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Privacy, small yards, ornamental planting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low once established\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Feature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark purple foliage and decorative bark\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNative \/ Non-native:\u003c\/strong\u003e Native species cultivar (North American origin)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt adapts well to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMoist, well-drained or average soils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClay, loam, sandy, and humus-rich soils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAcidic to alkaline soils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUrban and rural conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWind, snow load, and road salt exposure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTree\/Shrub Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMature Height\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3–6 ft (1–2 m)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMature Spread\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3–4 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGrowth Rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1–2 ft per year\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHardiness Zone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 (Ideal for Ontario and Eastern Canada Zones 2–7)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSun Exposure\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull sun to partial shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoil Preference\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMoist well-drained, highly adaptable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater Needs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate (regular first year)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDrought Tolerance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeer Resistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLifespan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20–30+ years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIs Diabolo Ninebark Right for Your Yard?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChoose Diabolo Ninebark if:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want colour impact within 2–4 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou have a small to medium yard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou live in Zone 2–7\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want dramatic foliage and seasonal interest\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need a shrub for hedges or visual contrast\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot ideal if:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour yard is very small (needs room to spread)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want a bright foliage plant (this is dark-toned)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou are planting too close to foundations or sidewalks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBest Uses\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrivacy hedges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrnamental shrub borders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColour contrast plantings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFoundation plantings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNaturalized landscapes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy it works:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIts dense branching, strong foliage colour, and adaptability make it a reliable and visually striking choice for residential and urban landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Makes Diabolo Ninebark Special?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep purple foliage emerges with soft pink-white flowers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSummer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich dark foliage creates strong contrast in the landscape\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFall:\u003c\/strong\u003e Burgundy-red tones and decorative seed capsules\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peeling bark adds texture and visual interest\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWinter Survival in Ontario and Eastern Canada\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, Diabolo Ninebark is hardy in Ontario and Eastern Canada Zones 2–7 and tolerates typical Canadian winter conditions including snow load and freezing temperatures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFirst-year tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd 2–3 inches of mulch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater deeply before the first hard frost\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProtect young plants from strong winds if exposed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlanting Guide for Ontario and Eastern Canada\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest planting time:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpring (April–June)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEarly fall (September–October)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4–6 ft from foundations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3–4 ft between plants (for hedges)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering (first year):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater deeply once per week\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdjust based on rainfall and soil drainage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eQuick Answers (FAQ)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow fast does Diabolo Ninebark grow in Ontario?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTypically 1–2 ft per year in good conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it cold hardy in Ontario?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. It is hardy to Zone 2 and performs well in Ontario and Eastern Canada Zones 2–7.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it need another plant for pollination?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. It flowers and fruits without requiring another plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre the roots invasive?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. Roots are shallow but not considered invasive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it messy?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLow to moderate—some leaf and fruit drop in fall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCompare With Similar Trees\/Shrubs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100.108%;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 36.4184%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTree\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 19.7152%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 19.1676%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Feature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 23.5487%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 36.4184%;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/arbresenligne.com\/en\/products\/diabolo-ninebark\" title=\"Diabolo Ninebark (Physocarpus opulifolius 'Diabolo')\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/products\/diabolo-ninebark\" title=\"Diabolo Ninebark (Physocarpus opulifolius 'Diabolo')\"\u003eDiabolo Ninebark\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 19.7152%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eModerate\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 19.1676%;\"\u003eDark purple foliage + Pink-white flowers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 23.5487%;\"\u003eDramatic landscapes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 36.4184%;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/arbresenligne.com\/en\/products\/darts-gold-ninebark\" title=\"Dart's Gold Ninebark (Physocarpus opulifolius 'Dart's Gold Ninebark)\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/products\/darts-gold-ninebark\" title=\"Dart's Gold Ninebark (Physocarpus opulifolius 'Dart's Gold Ninebark)\"\u003eDart’s Gold Ninebark\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/arbresenligne.com\/en\/products\/darts-gold-ninebark\" title=\"Dart's Gold Ninebark (Physocarpus opulifolius 'Dart's Gold Ninebark)\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 19.7152%;\"\u003eFast\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 19.1676%;\"\u003eGolden foliage; White flowers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 23.5487%;\"\u003eBright contrast\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 36.4184%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/arbresenligne.com\/en\/products\/ninebark\" title=\"Ninebark (Physocarpus opulifolius)\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/products\/ninebark\" title=\"Ninebark (Physocarpus opulifolius)\"\u003eNinebark\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 19.7152%;\"\u003eFast\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 19.1676%;\"\u003eTaller + White flowers, Green foliage\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 23.5487%;\"\u003eHedges \u0026amp; Screening\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eShipping Across Quebec, Ontario and Atlantic Provinces\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✔ Nursery-grown\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✔ Carefully packaged\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✔ Shipped to your door in Ontario and Eastern Canada\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✔ Healthy root system guarantee\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eExplore Related Collections\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/collections\/deciduous-shrubs-of-eastern-canada\" title=\"Collection: Deciduous Shrubs of Eastern Canada\"\u003eDeciduous Shrubs\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/collections\/deciduous-trees-of-eastern-canada\" title=\"Collection: Deciduous Trees\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/collections\/zone-2-plants-eastern-canada\" title=\"Collection: Hardiness Zone 2 Plants\"\u003eHardiness Zone 2 Plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRelated Articles:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/blogs\/news\/deciduous-shrubs-pruning\" title=\"Nursery Blog: Why, how and when to prune deciduous shrubs in Eastern Canada\"\u003eWhy, how and when to prune deciduous shrubs in Eastern Canada\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBest Shrubs for Hedges in Canada\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow to Use Foliage Colour in Landscape Design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Arbresenligne.com","offers":[{"title":"Small (100 ml)","offer_id":47661139689791,"sku":null,"price":3.95,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Large (310 ml)","offer_id":47661139722559,"sku":null,"price":6.25,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0834\/8241\/1327\/files\/Arbuste-Physocarpe-Diabolo-illustration.jpg?v=1769899746","url":"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/products\/diabolo-ninebark","provider":"Arbresenligne","version":"1.0","type":"link"}