Physocarpus opulifolius 'Amber Jubilee’

Physocarpus opulifolius 'Amber Jubilee': Sunset Foliage and Four-Season Bark

Physocarpus opulifolius 'Amber Jubilee' is a First Editions® ninebark that earns attention from the moment it leafs out, glowing orange with cheerful yellow veining on fresh spring growth. Through summer it stays bright and lively, then shifts into deeper purple tones in fall for a strong seasonal finish. In spring, small clusters of pinkish-white flowers add a soft bloom moment that complements the foliage without stealing the show. When winter arrives, the exfoliating bark takes over, adding texture and character to the bare landscape.

Plant Characteristics:

• Height: 5–6’
• Spread: 3–4’
• Flower Colour: Pinkish-white
• Flowering Period: Spring
• Foliage: Orange foliage with yellow veins on new growth in spring and summer, turning purple in fall
• Sunlight Requirements: Full Sun
• Soil Requirements: Average, well-drained soil; adaptable once established

Uses and Benefits: A strong choice for mixed shrub borders, colourful hedging, and foundation plantings where foliage colour can carry the design from spring through fall. Its dense, rounded habit makes it easy to use as a repeat plant for rhythm and structure, and it pairs beautifully with evergreens and darker-leaved shrubs for contrast. The spring flowers support early pollinators, while the peeling bark adds winter interest when most shrubs are resting.

Care Instructions: Plant in full sun for the best colour and densest growth. Water regularly during the first season to establish, then water during prolonged heat or drought for the best foliage finish. Prune right after flowering if you need to shape or control size, and every few years you can remove a few older stems at the base to keep the plant vigorous and full. Mulch helps hold moisture and keeps the root zone steady through summer swings.

History: 'Amber Jubilee' is a First Editions® selection of North American native ninebark, chosen for its standout orange-and-gold spring foliage, purple fall tones, and attractive exfoliating bark that extends its appeal into winter. It delivers the rugged reliability ninebark is known for, with a more refined and colourful seasonal display.

Final Thoughts: For gardeners who want bold foliage colour, easy structure, and winter bark texture in one shrub, Amber Jubilee brings a warm, sunset-toned presence that keeps the landscape interesting in every season.