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Tiny Wine® Ninebark

Tiny Wine® Ninebark

$29.75
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Quantity

16 in stock

Physocarpus opulifolius ‘SMNPOTW’ PP26,749

Choose Tiny Wine® Ninebark if you want dark foliage and spring flowers in a smaller native shrub; the tradeoff is that it is more of a color accent than a privacy plant, and deer protection may matter.

Buy This If

  • You want dark foliage without a large ninebark.
  • You like spring flowers plus summer leaf color.
  • You need a tough native shrub for beds.

Skip This If

  • You need evergreen privacy.
  • Deer browsing is constant.
  • You want a clipped formal hedge.

PGNE Report Card

Category Grade Why
Landscape Impact A- Its dark foliage gives strong contrast in mixed plantings without relying on flowers all season.
Growth Rate B It fills in at a steady pace, but it is not the fastest way to cover space.
Maintenance A- It needs little routine work beyond shaping after bloom, though repeated shearing is not the right approach.
Deer Resistance C- It is not the shrub we would lean on where browsing pressure is routine.
Small Space Fit A Its compact habit makes it much easier to place than larger ninebarks.
Screening Value C It can soften a view, but it is deciduous and too compact to serve as a main privacy screen.

Compare It To

Monlo Ninebark

Choose Tiny Wine® Ninebark for a smaller planting and cleaner scale near the house; choose Monlo Ninebark when you want a larger ninebark mass and have room.

Summer Wine® Ninebark

Choose Tiny Wine® Ninebark for tighter beds and containers; choose Summer Wine® Ninebark if you want a looser, larger shrub with a more relaxed look.

Spilled Wine® Weigela

Choose Tiny Wine® Ninebark if native shrub value matters; choose Spilled Wine® Weigela if you want stronger spring bloom color and are less focused on native planting.

Our Experience

At PGNE, we'd typically recommend Tiny Wine® when a customer likes ninebark color but does not have room for the larger selections. Give it breathing room, skip harsh shearing, and use it where its foliage can contrast with green plants.

Plant Facts

Mature Height 3–5 ft
Mature Width 3–4 ft
Hardiness Zones 3-7ab
Spacing 4–5 ft on center Plant 3–4 ft from structures Prune after flowering only if shaping is needed
Sun Full Sun
Moisture Average to moist
Growth Habit compact; upright

Customers Usually Ask

Does it need pruning?

Usually very little; shape after flowering only if needed.

Will the foliage stay dark?

Best color comes with strong light; too much shade can green it up.

Is it native?

Yes, it is a compact cultivar of our native ninebark.

Why Choose Shrubs for a Stronger Landscape?

  • Structure & Definition: Shrubs frame homes, define walkways, and create organized planting beds.
  • Privacy & Screening: Many varieties grow dense and full, making them ideal for natural hedges and property boundaries.
  • Seasonal Color & Texture: From evergreen foliage to flowering varieties, shrubs provide visual interest in every season.

Shrubs Grown to Perform in New England

At Pro Growers of New England, our shrubs are grown and maintained locally to perform in true New England conditions. From flowering varieties to evergreen foundation plants, each shrub is properly spaced, pruned, and cared for to develop strong root systems and balanced structure before it ever reaches your landscape.

Unlike large online sellers that ship plants long distances, we invite you to visit our nursery, walk the rows, and inspect the exact shrubs available. You can see the size, health, and fullness in person — ensuring there are no surprises upon delivery.

Pro Growers of New England, Inc

Plant Specs

Growth Rate
Moderate
Plant Color
green maroon bronze
Hardiness Zone
3-7ab
Deer Resistance
No
Moisture Control
Average to moist
Sun Exposure
Full Sun

PGNE-31291

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