Ninebark

Summer Wine® Black Ninebark – Bold Foliage, Effortless Drama

Bring rich, moody color and striking texture to your landscape with Physocarpus Summer Wine® Black. This native ninebark features deep, nearly-black foliage that holds its color all season, paired with soft pinkish-white blooms in late spring. Its naturally graceful, arching habit makes it perfect for borders, screens, or as a bold backdrop to lighter-colored plants.

Tough, low-maintenance, and deer-resistant, this shrub delivers year-round impact with minimal effort.

Quick Specs

• Height & Width: 5–6' tall x 5–6' wide

• Zone: Hardy in USDA Zones 3–7

• Light Requirements: Full sun for best color

• Bloom Time & Color: Late spring; soft pink-white flowers

• Uses: Borders, hedges, foundation plantings, native gardens

• Special Attributes:

  • Deep purple-black foliage all season

  • Native and pollinator-friendly

  • Peeling bark for winter interest

  • Deer-resistant and drought-tolerant once established

Plant Summer Wine® Black for high-impact color and four-season beauty—no pruning, no fuss, just bold garden style.