Plant Record

Cultural/Growing Information

pH: B (5.8 - 6.2)

EC (2:1 Extraction Method): B (0.6 - 0.9)

Fertilization Recommendations: M (150-200 ppm)

Rooting Out: A (65-72°F or 18-22°C)

Growing On: A (60-65°F or 16-18°C)

Holding Temperature: A (40-50°F or 4-10°C)

Light Levels: Moderate to High

Water Requirements: Moderate to Moist

Pinching/Growth Regulators: Frequent pinching will produce a full bodied container. Consider producing a Spiraea like mounding plant in a container as this will be much more appealing to the consumer.

Pest and Disease Management: Powdery Mildew can be problematic. Spider Mites are also common and should be treated as needed.

Grower Tips:

-Finishing cool outdoors will intensify foliage color. -Plants will tend to defoliate when dried down manage moisture carefully.

Special Notes: High container soil temps may require the use of shade. In the landscape the plant tolerates the high summer temperatures just fine. Very tough, will withstand acid and alkaline soils, and dry situations.

Vernalization: Required

Spring Outdoor Finish?: C - Last to go outside

Over wintering Temperature (Zones 2-7): polyhouse

Shade Requirements: Light shade with high heat

Heat Zone (high to low): 7-1

Type: Deciduous

Flowers On: Old Wood

Planting & Timing Information (Nursery): Spring to Fall, 1 ppp

Planting & Timing Information (Greenhouse): Spring to Fall Finish, 1 ppp

1 GL or 8"/ 50 tray (Greenhouse): 12-24 weeks, 2-4 pinches

1GL or 8"/ 2.25" (Greenhouse): 8-10 weeks, 1-2 pinches (pinch new growth only)

1 GL or 8"/ 2.25" - Pinch (Nursery) 6-8 weeks, 2 pinches

1 GL or 8"/ 2.25" - Shear (Nursery) 8-10 weeks, 2 shears

1 GL or 8" / Quick Turn - Pinch (5" liner) (Nursery): 3-4 weeks, 1-2 pinches

1 GL or 8" / Quick Turn - Shear (5" liner) (Nursery) 4-6 weeks, 1-2 shears

2 GL / 2.25" - Pinch (Nursery): 10-12 weeks, 2-3 pinches

2 GL / 2.25" - Shear (Nursery): 12-16 weeks, 2-3 shears

3 GL / 2.25" - Pinch (Nursery): 12-16 weeks, 3-4 pinches

3 GL / 2.25" - Shear (Nursery): 16-20 weeks, 3-4 shears

3 GL / Quick Turn - Pinch (5" liner) (Nursery): 8-10 weeks, 3-4 pinches

3 GL / Quick Turn - Shear (5" liner) (Nursery): 12-16 weeks, 3-4 shears

3 GL / 1 gallon shift - Pinch (Nursery): 5-6 weeks, 2-3 pinches

3 GL / 1 gallon shift - Shear (Nursery): 8-12 weeks, 2-3 shears

5 GL / 1 gallon shift - Pinch (Nursery): 10-14 weeks, 3-4

5 GL / 1 gallon shift - Shear (Nursery): 16-20 weeks, 3-4 shears

General Information

Description
An exciting improvement to Ninebark, Summer Wine® combines the fine texture and compact branching of Physocarpus ‘Nana’ with the dark foliage of Physocarpus Diabolo®. Smaller than other ninebark varieties, SUMMER WINE is an easy way to introduce wine colored foliage into the home garden. It is fast growing and has few, if any, pest problems. It's graceful, arching habit makes if very appealing in the landscape. It adds beautiful color and vibrancy to your garden, especially in spring. In early June it blooms with white button-like flowers that accent the leaves nicely. Pruning and other maintenance is rarely needed. Use it as a bold accent or part of a mixed border. SUMMER WINE may even be cut for use in arrangements. This is a trouble-free addition to either the home or commercial landscape.

Consumer Comment:
I bought 5 of these for privacy for my front yard patio. I have had them in for a little over 2 years. I put them in the ground in fall. They did well over a cold Michigan winter. I pinched the tips as directed the first year. The next year I couldn't help but let it go to see the flowers. They were just beautiful. They are white but look pale pink in contrast to the deep purple leaves – they looked like little buttons. I did trim them down twice to control their growth. They grew about 2 feet more this year. They filled out nice and full also. A couple of new branches bloomed again this October. I cannot tell you the compliments I have received.
C Kaczmarek, MI

Growing Tips
Adaptable to difficult situations. Withstands acidic and alkaline soils. Best if pruned immediately after blooming. Buds set the summer prior to blooming. May benefit from a good hard pruning as a young plant. Medium moisture is best but can tolerate dry conditions once estblished. Fertilize in early spring by applying a slow release fertilizer specialized for trees and shrubs. Follow the label for recommended rate of application.

Exposure
Full sun

Height
60-72"

Spacing
72-84"

Hardy Temp
-40°F (-40°C)

Zone(s)
3

Uses
Great as a landscape shrub and as a cut flower. Good in groupings and masses, perennial and shrub borders, use in containers (plant in ground in fall). This is a tough, adaptable plant that is ideal for difficult sites.

Features
Rich, dark purple foliage all season and soft pink flowers in late summer. Prune after flowering. Adaptable. Easy to grow. Native,

Patent:
Physocarpus SUMMER WINE® 'Seward ®' PP14821 Patented; 2641 Patented

There are no other plants in this series

Awards Won

- Theodore Klein Award
  -University of Kentucky Arboretum