A terribly underutilized native shrub, ninebark is named for the numerous layers of bark which peel like birch. White clusters of flowers are followed by red seed heads, giving this plant a long "bloom" season. It thrives in any soil type, stabilizing soil.
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Cultivation Status
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Exposure
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Soil Moisture
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Ecoregion
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(83) Eastern Great Lakes Lowlands |
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(84) Atlantic Coastal Pine Barrens |
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(58) Northeastern Highlands |
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Ornamental Interest
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Fall Foliage |
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Winter Interest and/or Evergreen |
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Spring Bloom |
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Attracts Wildlife
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Attracts Bees |
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Host Plant |
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Other Pollinators/Wildlife |
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Tolerance
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Deer/Rabbit Resistant |
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Drought Tolerant |
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Urban Environment |
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Additional Attributes
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Low Maintenance |
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Erosion Control/Soil Stabilization |
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Landscape Use
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Naturalize |
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Rain Garden |
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Hedge/screening |
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Massing |
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Specimen |
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Attractive Fall Foliage and/or Ornamental Fruit
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Bright Yellow to Bronze Fall Foliage |
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