Burgundy Candy Ninebark

Key Features:
Size & Growth: Burgundy Candy Ninebark typically grows to a height of 4 to 5 feet with a spread of 4 to 5 feet. It has a compact, rounded growth habit that makes it suitable for garden beds, borders, and foundation plantings.
Foliage: Features striking burgundy foliage that turns vibrant shades of red and orange in the fall. The leaves are deeply lobed and provide a rich color contrast in the garden.
Flowers: Produces clusters of small, creamy white to pale pink flowers in late spring to early summer. The blooms are attractive to pollinators and add a delicate touch to the plant’s overall appearance.
Fruit: After flowering, the shrub produces ornamental seed capsules that add additional interest to the plant.
Bark: The bark of the Burgundy Candy Ninebark is characterized by its peeling, exfoliating texture, which adds visual interest and texture to the shrub throughout the year.
Growth Rate: Moderate growth rate, allowing it to establish and fill in relatively quickly while maintaining a manageable size.
Disease Resistance: Known for its resilience and resistance to common pests and diseases affecting shrubs, including powdery mildew and aphids. Its hardy nature ensures reliable performance in various garden conditions.
Soil & Light Requirements: Prefers well-drained soil and thrives in full sun to partial shade. It is adaptable to a range of soil types, including sandy, loamy, and clay soils. Ensuring good drainage and adequate sunlight is key for optimal growth and foliage color.
Care Instructions: Requires minimal maintenance once established. Regular watering during dry periods helps keep the plant hydrated. Pruning is typically only necessary to maintain shape and remove any dead or damaged branches. Light pruning in late winter or early spring before new growth begins is ideal.
Uses:
Ornamental: Ideal for adding vibrant color and texture to garden beds, borders, and landscapes. The rich burgundy foliage and attractive flowers make Burgundy Candy Ninebark a standout feature in any garden design.
Foundation Planting: Suitable for use as a foundation plant where its compact size and attractive foliage can enhance the look of your home or building.
Pollinator Garden: Perfect for attracting pollinators such as bees and butterflies with its clusters of flowers, adding ecological value to your garden.
Planting & Maintenance:
Planting: Choose a location with well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. Dig a hole that is twice the width of the root ball and place the plant at the same depth it was growing in the container. Space multiple plants about 4 to 5 feet apart to accommodate their mature spread.
Watering: Water thoroughly after planting and during dry periods to help establish the shrub. Once established, it requires regular watering to keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
Pruning: Light pruning is recommended to maintain the shrub’s shape and remove any dead or damaged branches. Prune in late winter or early spring before new growth begins to ensure a healthy, well-formed plant.
Add the dynamic color and charm of Burgundy Candy Ninebark to your garden. Its striking foliage, attractive flowers, and low-maintenance requirements make it a valuable and versatile addition to any landscape design.