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Rosaceae
Trees and shrubs
Physocarpus 'Sweet Cherry Tea'
Hardiness
Zone 2
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Family
Rosaceae
Physocarpus opulifolius 'Sweet Cherry Tea', known as ninebark 'Sweet Cherry Tea', is a deciduous ornamental shrub prized for its richly colored foliage and compact habit. This variety forms a dense, rounded bush, ideal for low hedges, shrub beds, and foundation plantings. Its dissected foliage emerges in spring in deep cherry red hues before evolving to a rich burgundy during the season, creating a spectacular contrast with other plants in the garden. In early summer, the shrub produces small, pinkish-white flowers gathered in delicate corymbs that attract pollinating insects. After flowering, decorative reddish fruits appear, extending its visual appeal. Very hardy and easy to grow, this ninebark tolerates ordinary soils, urban conditions, and cold climates well.
Soil and care
The right conditions.
Hardiness zone
Zone 2
Minimum temperature
-40°C
Fertilization
Light fertilization in spring if necessary
Bloom and dimensions
The complete profile.
Flower color
White pink
Foliage color
Cherry red
Foliage type
Obsolete
Growth rate
Moderate
Bloom period
Summer
Fruiting
Decorative reddish berries in clusters
Maximum height
4.9 ft (1.5 m)
Maximum width
4.9 ft (1.5 m)
Its strengths, naturally.
Safe for pets
Pets
Attracts or supports pollinating insects
Pollinators
Plants that attract butterflies
Butterflies
Less attractive or generally tolerated by deer
Deer
