{"product_id":"physocarpe-a-feuille-dobier","title":"Ninebark","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNinebark (\u003cem\u003ePhysocarpus opulifolius\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardy Native Shrub for Ontario and Eastern Canada (Zones 2–7)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Expert Summary\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ninebark (\u003cem\u003ePhysocarpus opulifolius\u003c\/em\u003e) is a \u003cstrong\u003efast-growing\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eextremely cold-hardy\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca title=\"Collection: Deciduous Shrubs of Eastern Canada\" href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/collections\/deciduous-shrubs-of-eastern-canada\"\u003eshrub\u003c\/a\u003e\u0026nbsp;ideal for Ontario and Eastern Canada (Zones 2–7). It typically grows \u003cstrong\u003e1–2 ft per year\u003c\/strong\u003e and reaches \u003cstrong\u003e3–10 ft (1–3 m) at maturity\u003c\/strong\u003e. Best for privacy hedges, naturalized plantings, and low-maintenance landscapes, it offers clusters of white to pink spring flowers and excellent adaptability to a wide range of soils and conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Choose Ninebark for Ontario and Eastern Canada?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003etough native shrub that thrives in Canadian climates\u003c\/strong\u003e, Ninebark is valued for its resilience, fast growth, and decorative bark. It performs exceptionally well in both urban and rural environments.\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 Fast\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Privacy \/ Hedge \/ Ornament\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 Spring flowers + exfoliating bark\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNative \/ Non-native:\u003c\/strong\u003e Native to North America and eastern Canada\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt adapts well to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClay soils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSandy soils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMoist or well-drained soils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUrban and rural environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWind, cold, drought, and difficult growing conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShrub Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\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\u003e3–10 ft (1–3 m)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMature Spread\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6–8 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\u003eAdaptable \/ Moist well-drained \/ Clay \/ Sandy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater Needs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate first year\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDrought Tolerance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate to high once established\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\u003e40–60+ years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Ninebark Right for Your Yard?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChoose Ninebark if:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want privacy or structure 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 flowers + textured bark interest\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need a shrub for hedging, screening, or naturalized planting\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 extremely small\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want a very compact ornamental shrub\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou are planting in deep shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest Uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrivacy hedge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWind protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFoundation planting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNaturalized landscapes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWildlife habitat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy it works:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ninebark forms a \u003cstrong\u003edense, multi-stem shrub\u003c\/strong\u003e with \u003cstrong\u003erapid growth and strong adaptability\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it ideal for hedging and screening. Its \u003cstrong\u003eflowers and structure\u003c\/strong\u003e provide both ornamental and ecological value.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat Makes Ninebark Special?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNinebark stands out with its combination of resilience and four-season interest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clusters of white to pink flowers bloom abundantly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSummer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dense green foliage creates privacy and structure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFall:\u003c\/strong\u003e Leaves turn yellow tones for seasonal colour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peeling bark reveals layers, adding unique texture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinter Survival in Ontario and Eastern Canada\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, Ninebark is hardy in Ontario and Eastern Canada Zones 2–7 and tolerates harsh winters, snow, and freezing temperatures typical of Canadian climates.\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 from strong winds in exposed areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Guide for Ontario and Eastern Canada\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\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\u003e5–8 ft from foundations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4–6 ft between shrubs (for hedge planting)\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\u003eIncrease during dry periods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdjust based on rainfall and soil drainage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Answers (FAQ)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow fast does 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 very well across Ontario and Eastern Canada.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it need another tree 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 non-invasive and suitable for residential landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it messy?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLow. It may drop leaves and bark naturally, but maintenance remains minimal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompare With Similar Shrubs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100.05%;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 19.4346%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTree\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 19.9576%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 25.7264%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Feature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 33.8213%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 19.4346%;\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"Ninebark (Physocarpus opulifolius)\" href=\"https:\/\/arbresenligne.com\/en\/products\/ninebark\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca title=\"Ninebark (Physocarpus opulifolius)\" href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/products\/ninebark\"\u003eNinebark\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 19.9576%;\"\u003eFast\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 25.7264%;\"\u003eFlowers + peeling bark\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 33.8213%;\"\u003eHedges and screening\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 19.4346%;\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"Dart's Gold Ninebark (Physocarpus opulifolius 'Dart's Gold')\" href=\"https:\/\/arbresenligne.com\/en\/products\/darts-gold-ninebark\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca title=\"Dart's Gold Ninebark (Physocarpus opulifolius 'Dart's Gold')\" href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/products\/darts-gold-ninebark\"\u003eDart's Gold Ninebark\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 19.9576%;\"\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 25.7264%;\"\u003eGolden foliage, white flowers, peeling bark\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 33.8213%;\"\u003eAccent plant, borders, year-round visual interest\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 19.4346%;\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"Diabolo Ninebark (Physocarpus opulifolius 'Diabolo')\" href=\"https:\/\/arbresenligne.com\/en\/products\/diabolo-ninebark\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca title=\"Diabolo Ninebark (Physocarpus opulifolius 'Diabolo')\" href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/products\/diabolo-ninebark\"\u003eDiabolo Ninebark\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 19.9576%;\"\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 25.7264%;\"\u003eDeep purple foliage, white flowers, peeling bark\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 33.8213%;\"\u003eFocal points, hedges, ornamental landscaping\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping Across Quebec, Ontario and Atlantic Provinces\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNursery-grown\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarefully packaged\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShipped to your door in Quebec, Ontario and Atlantic Provinces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHealthy root system guarantee (if applicable)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExplore Related Collections\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/collections\/zone-2-plants-eastern-canada\" title=\"Collection: Hardiness Zone 2 Plants\"\u003eZone 2 Plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/collections\/deciduous-shrubs-of-eastern-canada\" title=\"Collection: Deciduous Shrubs of Eastern Canada\"\u003eDeciduous Shrubs of Eastern Canada\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRelated articles:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\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\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Arbresenligne.com","offers":[{"title":"Small (100 ml)","offer_id":47319057236287,"sku":null,"price":3.95,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large (310 ml)","offer_id":47319057269055,"sku":null,"price":6.25,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0834\/8241\/1327\/files\/Physocarpe-a-feuille-d-obier-illustration.jpg?v=1702955949","url":"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/products\/ninebark","provider":"Arbresenligne","version":"1.0","type":"link"}