Physocarpus opulifolius 'Diabolo' Evergreen A fascinating intergeneric hybrid between

A fascinating intergeneric hybrid between persian ironwood (Parrotia) and Chinese fighazel (Sycopsis) which produces clusters of flowers on bare branches in spring with very showy red anthers

irregularly margined with creamy white

As spring approaches the buds' protective furry coat cracks open to reveal a lovely deep reddish-purple bud which later opens to red-purple and pink within

Best grown in moist

drought and salt tolerant

Physocarpus opulifolius 'Diabolo' Evergreen A fascinating intergeneric hybrid betweenClosely related to Spiraea, the ninebark is noted for its exfoliating bark (on mature branches) which peels in strips to reveal several layers of reddish to light brown inner bark which creates lovely winter interest. Pale pink corymbs are followed by drooping clusters of reddish fruit. Attractive dark purple leaves, may go green in hot summers. H7