LITTLE DEVIL NINEBARK

PHYSOCARPUS OPULIFOLIUS 'DONNA MAY'

Small Devil Ninebark stands out from other ninebarks with its upright spreading habit and fine-textured, black foliage. Little Devil requires little to no pruning and is resistant to mildew. It also has no pest or disease problems and can thrive in either dry or wet soil. In June, petite, purplish-white flower clusters bloom, creating a lovely contrast with the burgundy leaves. In regions of the country where barberry is invasive, Little Devil works well as a replacement.

Plant Type Shrubs
Hardiness Zone 3-7
Exposure Full Sun
Season of Interest Summer
Height2' - 4' (ft), 3' - 6' (ft)
Spread2' - 4' (ft), 3' - 6' (ft)
Water Needs Average
Maintenance Low
Soil Type Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil PH Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil Drainage Well-Drained
Characteristics Evergreen
Tolerance Deer, Drought, Rabbit
Attracts Bees, Butterflies
Garden Uses Banks and Slopes, Hedges and Screens, Mass Planting
LITTLE DEVIL NINEBARK | PHYSOCARPUS OPULIFOLIUS 'DONNA MAY' || Small Devil Ninebark stands out from other ninebarks with its upright spreading habit and fine-textured, black foliage. Little Devil requires little to no pruning and is resistant to mildew. It also has no pest or disease problems and can thrive in either dry or wet soil. In June, petite, purplish-white flower clusters bloom, creating a lovely contrast with the burgundy leaves. In regions of the country where barberry is invasive, Little Devil works well as a replacement.
Full Sun, Summer, Average Water Needs, Low Maintenance, Well-Drained, Evergreen, Deer Tolerant, Drought Tolerant, Rabbit Tolerant, Attracts Bees, Attracts Butterflies, Banks and Slopes, Hedges and Screens, Mass Planting
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