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 and Fusarium 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: Coppertina is showing more tolerance for high summer temps. The Fall color on this plant is outstanding, echoing the bright colors exhibited in the Spring.

Vernalization: Required

Spring Outdoor Finish?: C - Last to go outside

Over wintering Temperature (Zones 2-7): polyhouse

Shade Requirements: None

Heat Zone (high to low): 8-1

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 oinches

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
A new hybrid between Dart's Gold and Diabolo that flushes an attractive copper in spring and transforms to a rich red in summer. Soft pink flowers line the gently arching branches in early summer.

Growing Tips
Adaptable to difficult situations. Withstands acidic and alkaline soils. Best if pruned immediately after blooming. Sets buds the summer prior to blooming. Will benefit from a good hard pruning as a young plant. Medium moisture, can tolerate dry conditions once established. 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
72-96"

Spacing
84-120"

Hardy Temp
-40°F (-40°C)

Zone(s)
3

Uses
Great foliage stunner in the landscape. Good in groupings and mass planting, perennial and shrub borders. This is a very tough plant that is ideal for difficult sites.

Features
Coppery-orange foliage all season long. White flowers in early summer. Trim to shape after flowering. Adaptable. Easy to grow. Native.

Patent:
Physocarpus COPPERTINA™ 'Mindia ™' PP16371 Patented; 2892 Patented

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Awards Won

2005 - 12 New Shrubs
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