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Mallow Ninebark

Mallow Ninebark

Physocarpus malvaceus

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Mallow Ninebark (Physocarpus malvaceus) is a resilient native shrub that is both beautiful and ecologically beneficial. Its vase-shaped form, adorned with exfoliating bark that peels in thin strips, adds year-round visual interest. The maple-like leaves provide a lush green backdrop in spring and summer, transitioning to hues of yellow, orange, or deep red in the fall.

In late spring, clusters of small white flowers emerge, attracting a variety of pollinators, including bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. 

Plant Profile

Scientific name: Physocarpus malvaceus

Duration: Perennial

Native region: Wasatch Mountains, Wasatch Front Valley, and Southern Utah

Native elevation: 4000-9000 ft

Water requirement: Low - Medium

Drought tolerance: Medium

Light requirement: Full sun and Partial shade

Shade tolerance: Medium

Mature size: 3-5' H by 2-3' W

Bloom time: May - July

Flower color: White

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