Botanical profile

Physocarpus opulifolius 'Burgundy Candy'

Latin name
Physocarpus opulifolius 'Burgundy Candy'
Common name
Physocarpus 'Burgundy Candy'
Type
Shrub
Family
Rosaceae

Physocarpus opulifolius 'Burgundy Candy', known as 'Burgundy Candy' ninebark, is a deciduous ornamental shrub valued for its deep purple foliage and compact habit. This variety forms a dense, rounded bush that integrates perfectly into borders, flowerbeds, and shrub masses. Its finely cut foliage emerges in spring in rich burgundy hues that maintain their intensity throughout the season, offering an elegant contrast with lighter-leaved plants. In early summer, the shrub produces small, pinkish-white flowers grouped in rounded corymbs that attract pollinators and stand out beautifully against the dark foliage. After flowering, small decorative reddish fruits appear, extending the plant's visual interest. Very hardy and easy to grow, this ninebark tolerates ordinary soils and cold climates.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 3
Exposure
Sun to partial shade
Watering
Moderate, tolerates drought well once established
Fertilization
Compost in spring, undemanding
Soil type
Neutral to slightly acidic, well drained
Minimum temperature
-40°C
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
Summer
Flower color
White
Fruiting
Decorative reddish berries in clusters
Foliage color
Burgundy
Foliage type
Obsolete
Shape
Dense and round
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
4 ft (1.2 m)
Width
4 ft (1.2 m)
Growth rate
Moderate
Pet friendly
Safe for pets

Pets

Pollinators
Attracts or supports pollinating insects

Pollinators

Butterflies
Plants that attract butterflies

Butterflies

Deer
Less attractive or generally tolerated by deer

Deer

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