{"product_id":"physocarpus-panther","title":"Physocarpus Panther® | Dark Purple Ninebark Bare Root Shrub | Mar-Apr","description":"\u003cp\u003eDark, dramatic, and just a little mysterious, Physocarpus Panther® Ninebark brings nearly black foliage and striking contrast to the garden. This exceptional ornamental shrub features rich purple-black leaves, deep-colored stems, and delicate clusters of soft pink flowers that emerge in late spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike larger traditional ninebark varieties, Panther® has a naturally compact, upright growth habit, making it perfect for smaller landscapes, mixed perennial borders, foundation plantings, and dramatic garden backdrops. Its intensely dark foliage creates beautiful contrast with pastel flowers, ornamental grasses, and silver-leaved perennials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs the seasons progress, pink blooms give way to reddish seed capsules, adding another layer of interest. Panther® is also an excellent choice for cutting gardens, where its dark foliage and branching stems bring depth, texture, and contrast to fresh floral arrangements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlant Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBotanical Name: Physocarpus opulifolius 'N5'\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCommon Name: Panther® Ninebark\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlant Type: Deciduous flowering shrub\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMature Height: 4-5 feet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMature Spread: 3-4 feet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUSDA Hardiness Zones: 3-7\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight Requirements: Full sun to partial sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBloom Season: Late spring to early summer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlower Color: Soft pink\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFoliage Color: Deep purple to nearly black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBest Uses: Landscape borders, dark foliage gardens, hedges, and cut foliage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGrowing Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant Panther® Ninebark in well-drained soil in a location receiving at least six hours of sunlight for the deepest foliage color. In hot southern climates, some afternoon shade can help reduce summer stress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWater regularly during the first growing season to establish a strong root system. Once established, ninebark tolerates occasional drought and adapts to a variety of soil conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrune immediately after flowering to maintain its natural shape, or selectively remove older branches to encourage fresh growth. Avoid excessive shearing, which can diminish its attractive upright form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor floral designers, harvest leafy branches once the foliage has matured and stems are sufficiently firm to hold up in arrangements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith its nearly black leaves, cold hardiness, and easy-care nature, Panther® Ninebark is an unforgettable addition to both ornamental landscapes and cutting gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShipping Information\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll bare-root plants will ship in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMid-March to Early April\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. We are unable to accommodate requests for specific shipping or delivery dates. You will receive a shipping confirmation email with tracking information as soon as your order has been packed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCaring for Your Bare-Root Plants\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYour bare-root plants will be waking from dormancy and ready to grow when they arrive. For best results, plant them as soon as possible.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you cannot plant immediately, store your bare-root plants in a cool, frost-free location to slow new growth. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDo not allow them to freeze or dry out.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou may plant directly into prepared garden soil or temporarily pot them into 1-gallon containers. We recommend planting within a few days of arrival, as bare-root plants can decline quickly without proper soil, moisture, and growing conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant Royalties \u0026amp; Propagation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe purchase price includes a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eplant royalty of $1.35–$1.49 per plant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. These varieties are protected, and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eunauthorized propagation is prohibited\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fuirk Home","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68369712447723,"sku":null,"price":18.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0650\/0918\/9099\/files\/panther-ninebark.webp?v=1793912377","url":"https:\/\/fuirkhome.com\/products\/physocarpus-panther","provider":"Fuirk Home","version":"1.0","type":"link"}