{"product_id":"summer-wine-ninebark","title":"Summer Wine® Ninebark – Purple Foliage \u0026 White Flowers","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSummer Wine® Ninebark: Rich Purple Foliage \u0026amp; Graceful Branches\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSummer Wine® Ninebark\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cem\u003ePhysocarpus opulifolius\u003c\/em\u003e ‘Seward’) adds wine-purple foliage and a naturally arching outline to sunny borders and informal hedges. White flower clusters contrast with the dark leaves around late spring to early summer, giving this foliage-focused shrub another seasonal highlight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePicture its flowing branches behind bright perennials or green-leaved shrubs, creating contrast even when flowers are not the main attraction. A few cut branches can also bring garden-grown texture into arrangements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose Summer Wine®?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWine-purple foliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provides growing-season color beyond the flowering display.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhite seasonal flowers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Light clusters stand out against the dark leaves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGraceful habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Arching branches suit mixed borders, specimens, and informal hedges.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCold-hardy selection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Useful in suitable northern landscapes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eImproved disease resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e The breeder reports good powdery-mildew resistance, not immunity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWinter texture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mature peeling bark can add interest after leaf drop.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGrowing Zones \u0026amp; Mature Size\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e3–7\u003c\/strong\u003e, following Proven Winners ColorChoice's cultivar-specific guidance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature planning size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately \u003cstrong\u003e5–8 feet tall and wide\u003c\/strong\u003e, depending on age, conditions, and care.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLandscape fit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compact relative to some larger ninebarks, but not a miniature shrub. Allow room for the natural spread beside paths and buildings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeasonal habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deciduous; it loses its leaves in winter and does not provide evergreen screening.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLight, Soil \u0026amp; Water\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun, at least 6 hours daily, gives the strongest growth and foliage color. Part sun is possible, but growth may be less robust and color less intense.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adaptable to acidic or alkaline soil, including clay where drainage is suitable. Avoid persistently waterlogged roots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium moisture is preferred. Monitor closely during establishment; established shrubs tolerate some dry conditions but may need water during prolonged drought.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAir circulation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Choose an open site and avoid crowding foliage tightly against neighboring plants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAvailable Nursery Sizes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose \u003cstrong\u003e1 Gallon or 3 Gallon\u003c\/strong\u003e. These labels describe offered nursery-container sizes, not mature dimensions or guaranteed delivery heights. Foliage and flowers at delivery depend on season and plant development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePruning \u0026amp; Ongoing Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRegular shearing is unnecessary and can disrupt the natural arching form. If selective shaping is needed, prune just after flowering. Avoid indiscriminate pre-bloom cutting that can reduce the flower display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor older plants, the breeder recommends periodic rejuvenation every three to five years by removing a portion of the oldest, thickest stems at ground level in late winter. This is selective thinning, not a requirement to cut back the entire shrub.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf feeding is needed, apply an appropriate tree-and-shrub fertilizer in early spring according to its label. Disease resistance and adaptable growth do not remove the need to monitor drainage, moisture, and plant health.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContainer growing requires substantial root space, drainage, closer watering attention, and winter root protection in colder climates. With its broad mature footprint, an in-ground planting is generally the simpler long-term choice where conditions suit it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose Summer Wine® Ninebark for rich foliage contrast and a relaxed, flowing shape in a sunny garden with room to grow.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Live Good Logistics","offers":[{"title":"1 Gallon","offer_id":52924743811352,"sku":"EVS-PHY-SUM-NA-1G","price":89.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3 Gallon","offer_id":52924743844120,"sku":"EVS-PHY-SUM-NA-3G","price":139.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1110\/4944\/files\/PhysocarpusSummerWine.jpg?v=1792247610","url":"https:\/\/www.hendersongardensupply.com\/products\/summer-wine-ninebark","provider":"Henderson Garden Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}