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Coppertina

Physocarpus Opulifolius 'Mindia'

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Overview

Coppertina Ninebark (Physocarpus opulifolius 'Mindia') stands out with its coppery-orange spring foliage that transitions to rich red in summer. This deciduous shrub reaches 6-8 feet tall and wide, requiring minimal maintenance. Adaptable to various soils, it thrives in full sun to part shade. Showy pinkish-white blooms in spring attract pollinators, while peeling bark adds winter interest. Ideal for mixed borders or as a focal point. Hardy in zones 3-8.

Sun FullWater Low, Very LowZones 3–8Type ShrubClimate Alpine, Temperate
Coppertina (Physocarpus Opulifolius 'Mindia') — mature to a rich red in summer
Coppertina (Physocarpus Opulifolius 'Mindia') — This deciduous shrub reaches 6-8 feet tall and wide, requiring minimal maintenanceCoppertina (Physocarpus Opulifolius 'Mindia') — This deciduous shrub boasts a transformative palette; spring leaves emerge a striking coppery-orangeCoppertina (Physocarpus Opulifolius 'Mindia') — Adaptable to various soils, it thrives in full sun to part shadeCoppertina (Physocarpus Opulifolius 'Mindia') — Ideal for mixed borders or as a focal pointCoppertina (Physocarpus Opulifolius 'Mindia') — transition to a deep burgundyCoppertina (Physocarpus Opulifolius 'Mindia') — Showy pinkish-white blooms in spring attract pollinators, while peeling bark adds winter interest

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Low, Very Low
USDA zones
3–8

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Shrub
Family
Rosaceae
Climate
Alpine, Temperate

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Coppertina (Physocarpus Opulifolius 'Mindia') — mature to a rich red in summer
Coppertina (Physocarpus Opulifolius 'Mindia') — This deciduous shrub reaches 6-8 feet tall and wide, requiring minimal maintenance
Coppertina (Physocarpus Opulifolius 'Mindia') — This deciduous shrub boasts a transformative palette; spring leaves emerge a striking coppery-orange
Coppertina (Physocarpus Opulifolius 'Mindia') — Adaptable to various soils, it thrives in full sun to part shade
Coppertina (Physocarpus Opulifolius 'Mindia') — Ideal for mixed borders or as a focal point
Coppertina (Physocarpus Opulifolius 'Mindia') — transition to a deep burgundy
Coppertina (Physocarpus Opulifolius 'Mindia') — Showy pinkish-white blooms in spring attract pollinators, while peeling bark adds winter interest
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