Common Ninebark
Common Ninebark
Each bundle contains 25 seedlings.
Scientific Name: Physocarpus opulifolius
Mature Height: 5-8 feet
Mature Spread: 4-6 feet
Hardiness: Zones 2-8
Soil: Average, slightly acidic, dry to medium moisture, well-drained soil. Adaptable.
Light: Full sun to partial shade
Growth Rate: Fast
Additional Information: Ninebark's bark peels aesthetically in strips to reveal reddish brown layers. Spirea-like flower clusters in spring become reddish-pink berries. Excellent hedge and good erosion control plant. Highly adaptable to different soil types. Four season interest. Insect and disease tolerant; hardy. Great for pollinators.
Estimated seedling size: 1-year-old seedlings, 12-18”.
Photo credit: US Fish & Wildlife Service
Pick-up in late April/early May
Pick-up in late April/early May
Seedling orders must be picked up in person in late April or early May in Medford or Phillips, Wisconsin. Taylor County LCD does not ship trees, shrubs or planting products to individual customers.
The exact pick-up dates will be sent out in early April by email and/or USPS mail. The tree pick-up schedule has typically been on a Thursday, 3-6 p.m. and Friday, 8-11 a.m., for Medford orders and Friday from 8:30-11 a.m. for Phillips orders. If you are unable to pick up your order during those days/times, you may send another person to the pick-up or contact the Taylor County LCD at 715-748-1469 to make other arrangements.