Pacific Ninebark | Physocarpus capitatus - Benton Soil And Water Conservation District

Pacific Ninebark | Physocarpus capitatus

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Large spreading, attractive shrub with round clusters of white flowers. Maple-like leaves, shreddy bark.

Plant Details

Habitats	Riparian Forests, Bottomland Forests
Habitat Notes	Bottomland Forest; Riparian Forest
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Years Planted at Arboretums	2011, 2010
Mature Height	12’
Shade Preference	shade, part sun, full sun
Soil Tolerance	Moist soils
Special Uses	Attracts birds; provides wildlife forage, cover and food.

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A lush green riparian forest with tall red alder trees and a rocky stream running through it.

Riparian Forests

Riparian areas are defined by NRCS as ecosystems that occur along waterways and water bodies. They serve as the transition between aquatic and terrestrial zones.

Bottomland Forests

Bottomland forests are generally used to describe forests which are comprised of both hardwood and softwood tree species that occur on low-elevation, alluvial floodplains or lower terraces of rivers…