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Ninebark is a fun shrub with many branches that look like they have bark peeling off. It has pretty flowers in spring and colorful leaves in fall, making it a great plant for gardens!
Key details
- Height
- 150-300 cm
- Spread
- 150-300 cm
- Flower Size
- 0.5-1 cm
- Bloom Season
- Late spring to early summer
- Edible
- No
- Toxicity
- Mild
- Lifecycle
- Perennial
- Pollination Method
- Insect
Traits
DeciduousFloweringShade TolerantShrubSpring BloomingColorfulFall ColorPollinator Magnet
What this page adds
The ninebarks has uniquely peeling bark that sheds in papery strips, revealing multiple layers of reddish-brown to cinnamon colors. Its clusters of small white to pinkish flowers bloom in spring, followed by striking red fruit, while lobed green leaves often display vibrant fall colors.
Its small, balloon-like fruits pop open to release tiny seeds!
Many varieties have stunning dark purple or gold leaves all summer long!
Native American tribes used parts of the plant for traditional medicine.
