How to tend a Physocarpus capitatus

Also known as: Spiraea opulifolia var. mollis Torr. & A.Gray, Neillia opulifolia var. mollis (Torr. & A.Gray) W.H.Brewer & S.Watson, Spiraea capitata Pursh, Opulaster capitatus (Pursh) Kuntze, Opulaster opulifolius var. capitatus (Pursh) Jeps., Physocarpus tomentosus Raf., Spiraea ribifolia Nutt. ex Torr. & A.Gray, Spiraea opulifolia var. multiflora Durand, Neillia capitata (Pursh) Greene, Opulaster opulifolius var. tomentellus C.K.Schneid., Spiraea opulifolia var. tomentella Ser., Spiraea opulifolia var. tomentosa Hook. ex Raf., Physocarpus opulifolius var. tomentellus (Ser.) B.Boivin, Spiraea ribifolia Nutt., Physocarpus opulifolius var. tomentellus (Ser.) Hegi & Gams

Watering

Water thoroughly after soil surface dries, avoid saturated water

Sunlight

Like sunshine, slightly resistant to half shade

Soil

Soil with loose texture or soil with specific nutrients

Fertilizer

Dilute fertilizers following instructions, apply 1-2 times monthly

Pruning

Remove aged tissues, dead and pest branches timely

About this plant

Origin
China
Category
Rosaceae, Physocarpus
Size
Diameter ≥ 20 cm, height ≥ 25 cm
Blooming period
Flowering period June, fruiting period July-August
Flower colors
white, red, fruit color red
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