Physocarpus opulifolius 'Tiny Wine'

Physocarpus opulifolius 'Tiny Wine': Compact Burgundy Foliage with a Spring Bloom Moment

Physocarpus opulifolius 'Tiny Wine' is a Proven Winners® ninebark that delivers rich wine-coloured foliage in a compact, easy-to-place shrub. The small, refined leaves hold their deep burgundy tone through the season, bringing contrast and depth to sunny borders. In late spring, soft pinkish-white flower clusters appear against the dark foliage, adding a gentle lift before the leaves take over again. Neat, mounded, and dependable, it’s a smart choice for modern landscapes that need colour without extra size.

Plant Characteristics:

• Height: 3–4’
• Spread: 3–4’
• Flower Colour: Pinkish-white
• Flowering Period: Late spring
• Foliage: Deep burgundy to wine-purple foliage with small, refined leaves
• Sunlight Requirements: Full Sun to Part Shade
• Soil Requirements: Average, well-drained soil; adaptable once established

Uses and Benefits: Ideal for smaller gardens, foundation plantings, and front-to-middle border placement where dark foliage can sharpen the whole design. It’s excellent as a repeat shrub for rhythm, and it pairs beautifully with gold foliage, silvery perennials, and bright summer flowers. Its compact size makes it easy to integrate into tighter beds while still providing strong seasonal structure and reliable colour.

Care Instructions: Water regularly during the first season to establish, then water during extended dry spells to keep growth steady and foliage looking fresh. Plant in full sun for the deepest leaf colour, with part shade helpful in hotter exposures. Prune right after flowering if shaping is needed, and every few years remove a few older stems at the base to refresh the shrub and maintain a full, vigorous habit. Mulch helps conserve moisture and supports healthy roots.

History: Ninebark is a tough North American native shrub valued for resilience and four-season structure. 'Tiny Wine' was selected to offer the rich, dark foliage look in a more compact form, bringing strong colour and a tidy habit to smaller landscapes and tighter planting designs.

Final Thoughts: When you want deep burgundy foliage in a space-smart shrub that stays neat and reliable, Tiny Wine delivers a polished, long-season accent that makes every neighbouring plant look sharper.