Botanical profile

Physocarpus opulifolius 'Little Angel'

Latin name
Physocarpus opulifolius 'Little Angel'
Common name
Physocarpus 'Little Angel'
Type
Shrub
Family
Rosaceae

Physocarpus opulifolius 'Little Angel', commonly known as 'Little Angel' ninebark, is a very compact deciduous ornamental shrub cherished for its rich purple foliage and ideal size for small gardens. This variety forms a dense, rounded small bush perfect for borders, flowerbeds, and foundation plantings. Its finely cut foliage emerges in spring in deep purplish-red hues and maintains this dark and elegant coloration throughout the season. In early summer, delicate pinkish-white flowers grouped in rounded corymbs appear above the foliage, attracting pollinators. After flowering, small decorative reddish fruits extend the plant's visual interest. Very hardy and easy to grow, this ninebark tolerates ordinary soils well, as well as moderate drought and urban conditions.

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
Well-drained ordinary soil
Minimum temperature
-40°C
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

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

Size and growth

Height
90 cm (3 ft)
Width
90 cm (3 ft)
Growth rate
Fast
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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