Crimson Diablo Ninebark Shrub - Physocarpus opulifolius - Hardy Deciduous Plant in 2.5” Pot for Zones 2-8

Crimson Diablo Ninebark Shrub Overview

The Crimson Diablo Ninebark (Physocarpus opulifolius 'Crimson Diablo') is a hardy deciduous shrub known for its vibrant crimson foliage that intensifies to bright red in the fall. This upright, bushy shrub grows to about 5-6 feet tall, making it an excellent choice for borders, hedges, or as a standalone specimen in your garden. Each plant is sold in a 2.5” pot, with bare root shipping available for California orders from mid-October to mid-May.

Key Features

• Striking crimson leaves that provide seasonal color changes
• Clusters of delicate white or pink bell-shaped flowers bloom in late spring
• Distinctive peeling bark adds year-round visual interest
• Attracts pollinators, supporting local wildlife
• Low maintenance and drought tolerant once established
• Hardy in USDA zones 2-8, adaptable to various climates

Growing Information

The Crimson Diablo Ninebark thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soil but is adaptable to different soil types. Moderate watering is recommended, allowing the soil to dry between waterings to prevent overwatering. Its hardiness across zones 2-8 makes it suitable for a wide range of garden environments.

Plant Condition Disclosure

Live plants may be shipped dormant, leafless, recently pruned, bare root, or partially defoliated depending on season, weather, and shipping requirements.

Natural variation in size, branching, foliage density, color, root structure, and overall appearance should be expected.

Important Note

You will receive a live starter plant (seedling/young plant). Listing photos show the plant at a mature stage for reference only. The actual plant size, shape, and appearance may vary and will be significantly smaller than the images shown.

Customer Notice for Live Plants

Live plants may experience normal shipping stress such as leaf loss, yellowing, wilting, or minor branch damage.

Please consider local weather before purchasing. Extreme heat, freezing temperatures, severe weather, shipping delays, or unattended packages may increase plant stress.

Due to the perishable nature of live plants, returns are generally not accepted. If there is an issue with your order, please contact us within 48 hours of delivery and provide the required photos for review.

• Photos of the shipping box
• Photo of the shipping label
• Clear photos of the plant from multiple angles
• Scratch test photos if the plant appears dead or dormant

Dormant, stressed, defoliated, wilted, or transit-shocked plants are not automatically considered dead.

Claims submitted without the required photos or more than 48 hours after delivery may not be eligible for review, replacement, or refund.