Ninebark - Summer Wine - #2

The Ninebark - Summer Wine is a stunning addition to any garden, featuring gracefully arching branches and rich, wine-colored foliage that provides bold contrast in mixed borders and foundation plantings. This easy-care ninebark variety produces soft pink-white flower clusters in early summer, attracting pollinators and adding multi-season interest. Summer Wine is renowned for its exceptional hardiness, adaptability to a range of soils, and resistance to pests and diseases, making it a reliable and versatile shrub for both novice and experienced gardeners. Its compact, mounded shape and peeling bark offer year-round appeal, ensuring your landscape remains vibrant and textured throughout the seasons.

Key Features

• Graceful, arching branches display lush, deep wine-colored foliage.
• Soft pink-white flower clusters attract pollinators in early summer.
• Compact, mounded form is perfect for borders and foundation plantings.
• Exceptionally hardy and adaptable to various soil types and conditions.
• Resistant to pests and common diseases for low-maintenance gardening.
• Striking exfoliating bark provides winter interest and texture.

Plant Care Instructions

1. Light Requirements:
   Prefers full sun for at least 6 hours daily to maintain vibrant foliage color.
2. Watering:
   Water regularly during the first growing season; after establishment, water when the top inch of soil is dry.
3. Soil Type:
   Thrives in well-draining loamy or sandy soil. Add compost to poor soils for improved vigor.
4. Temperature & Hardiness Zone:
   Hardy to Zone 3b; withstands temperatures down to -5°C without extra protection.
5. Fertilizer:
   Fertilize in early spring with a balanced, slow-release product to encourage healthy growth.
6. Pruning & Maintenance:
   Prune after flowering to shape and remove any dead or weak stems. Rejuvenate older plants by cutting back one-third of the oldest stems every few years.
7. Special Notes:
   Mulch annually to protect roots and retain soil moisture. Minimal winter care is needed in Zone 3b.