Physocarpus opulifolius

Physocarpus opulifolius

Common Ninebark

Common ninebark is a deciduous shrub native to eastern North America. It has a mound-shaped form with arching stems and alternate, simple leaves that are 3–12 cm long. The plant is known for its peeling multi-hued bark, which exposes brown inner bark. It is fast-growing, insect- and disease-resistant, and drought-tolerant. The shrub can adapt to a wide range of soil conditions and grows well in partial shade to full sun.

Details

Order:

Rosales

Family:

Rosaceae

Genus:

Physocarpus

Chemistry:

Uses:

Common ninebark is used for erosion control on banks due to its ability to grow in harsh conditions. It is also cultivated for its ornamental foliage, and numerous cultivars have been developed.

Flowering time:

May to June

Sowing time:

Plant height:

1–3 m (3–10 ft)

Flower color:

White to pinkish

Suitable habitat:

Eastern North America, particularly on rocky hillsides and banks of streams.

Info

Pannon Flora Ltd. was founded on December 13, 1999, by Gábor Janik, who retains 95% ownership. Janik holds an MSc in Horticulture from the University of Horticultural Sciences (1986) and an Advanced Professional English Certification from the College of International Trade (1990). The company specializes in bird feed production and export, primarily serving markets in Italy, Germany, the Netherlands, and the UK, alongside cultivating and distributing imported/exported horticultural seeds. It maintains exclusive partnerships with JOEUN Seed (South Korea) and Takii Europe (Japan), a leader in professional seed breeding and production. Pannon Flora collaborates with certification bodies such as NÉBIH (National Food Chain Safety Office), MERT Kontroll, and SGS Hungary to ensure compliance and quality. The company works with approximately 400 Hungarian growers, ranging from small-scale producers (under 5 hectares) to mid-sized farms and large-scale agricultural enterprises. This profile emphasizes agribusiness expertise, technical partnerships, and operational scalability tailored to international client needs.

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