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ninebark 'Red Baron' | Plant Finder | Fill My Garden

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ninebark 'Red Baron'

Physocarpus opulifolius 'Red Baron'

Low Maintenance

Genus: Physocarpus
Family: Rosaceae

About this plant

'Red Baron' is a deciduous, suckeringshrub with red stems and dark red foliage. Pinky-white flower clusters are borne in early summer, maturing to givesmall red fruits. Height to around 1.5-2m

Growing Information

Height

1.5-2.5 Metres

Spread

1-1.5 Metres

Hardiness

Foliage

Deciduous

Growing Conditions

Sunlight

Full SunPartial Shade

Soil

ChalkLoamSandy

AcidNeutral

Not Currently Available

This plant is not currently stocked at any garden centres on our platform.

Moisture

Poorly DrainedWell Drained

Aspect

East FacingSouth FacingWest FacingNorth Facing

Exposure

ShelteredExposed

Care Guide

Cultivation

Grows best in acidic, moderately fertile, humus-rich soil. Chlorosis may occur if grown in shallow chalky soil. Plant in full sun for best foliage colour

Pruning

Lightly thin old stems. Pruning group 2

Propagation

Propagate by softwood cuttings in summer or pot up rooted suckers in autumn or spring

Pests

Generally pest free

Diseases

Generally disease free

Garden Uses

Uses

Ground Cover

Planting Places

IndoorOutdoor

Season of Interest

SpringSummerAutumnWinter

Size & Characteristics

Height

1.5-2.5 Metres

Spread

1-1.5 Metres

Habit

Suckering