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Physocarpus opulifolius Luteus

Golden Ninebark

A dense, bushy shrub with rich golden foliage, flat-topped, white flowers, and reddish to brown seed pods. A showy plant that needs full sunlight to maintain its rich colour.

  • »  Flat-topped clusters of white flowers
  • »  Flowers give way to reddish fruit in the fall
  • »  Textured yellow leaves fade to green as the summer progresses
  • »  Bark peels in sheets, especially on older stems
  • »  Upright, arching habit
  • »  Bloom Time: Late spring to early summer

3gal
$40.63
7gal
$139.75
  • Category:Shrubs
  • Hardiness Zone:2
  • Height:200-250 cm
  • Spread:200-250 cm
  • Bloom Color: White
Exposure
Full Sun
Partial Sun/Shade
Growth Rate
Fast
Attributes
Cut Flower/Foliage
Deciduous
Drought Tolerant
Fruit
Seed
Flowering Time
Lt. Spr-Sum
Habit
Upright
Vase-shape
Foliage Color
Yellow
Landscape uses
Foundation planting
Hedge
Screening (privacy)
Specimen
Planting instructions
Container Plants
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Physocarpus opulifolius 'Luteus'

Ninebark grows best in a well-drained, fertile soil, however, they are very hardy and adaptable and will tolerate a wide range of soil types and conditions. Prune by removing dead twigs after flowering.