Dart’s Gold Ninebark

Brilliant golden foliage: Lights up landscapes from spring through summer
Cold-hardy resilience: Thrives in harsh winter climates
Low maintenance: Tolerates a range of soils and conditions
Multi-season interest: Flowers, foliage, and peeling bark add year-round appeal
Pollinator-friendly blooms: Attracts beneficial insects during flowering season

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Dart's Gold Ninebark

Sunlight
Can grow in a range from full sun to partial shade. They need at least six hours of direct, unfiltered sunlight per day.
Watering
Regular watering schedule for the first six months. Once established, rainwater should be sufficient.
Fertilizing
Should not need any extra fertilizer unless your entire lawn and garden have problems and needs regular fertilizing.

Dart's Gold Ninebark

A bright, easy-care deciduous shrub prized for its glowing golden foliage and hardy nature. Dart’s Gold Ninebark offers multi-season interest with spring color, summer blooms, and textured bark for winter appeal.

General Information:

Botanical Name: Physocarpus opulifolius ‘Dart’s Gold’
Plant Type: Deciduous shrub
Mature Height: 4–6 feet
Mature Spread: 4–6 feet
Growth Rate: Moderate to fast
USDA Hardiness Zones: 3–7
Sun Exposure: Full sun to partial shade
Flowering and Flower Color: Late spring to early summer clusters of small white to pale pink flowers, often followed by red-tinged seed heads

Geographic Guidance:

Performs well across the Northeast, Midwest, and Northern regions of the United States, especially in areas with cold winters and moderate summers.

Why Choose This Plant?

Dart’s Gold Ninebark is a standout choice if you want bold color with minimal effort.

Brilliant golden foliage: Lights up landscapes from spring through summer
Cold-hardy resilience: Thrives in harsh winter climates
Low maintenance: Tolerates a range of soils and conditions
Multi-season interest: Flowers, foliage, and peeling bark add year-round appeal
Pollinator-friendly blooms: Attracts beneficial insects during flowering season

Complete Care & Growing Guide

Light Requirements
For the best golden color, plant in full sun. Partial shade is tolerated, but foliage may appear more chartreuse than bright gold.

Soil
Adaptable to most soil types, including clay and rocky soils, as long as drainage is adequate. Prefers slightly acidic to neutral conditions.

Watering
Water regularly during the establishment period. Once established, it is moderately drought-tolerant but benefits from occasional deep watering during prolonged dry spells.

Planting & Care

1. Planting: This is a large landscape tree and as such, requires a bit of planning before planting. First, measure the area where you would like to plant your hedge or row. You will need the length of the area of planting to estimate the number of trees you need.

When planting, dig a hole for each tree that is three times as wide as the root ball but just as deep. Place the tree, fill in around the tree with the same soil you took out when initially digging the hole. Finally, tamp down as you fill to cut back on any air pockets from forming, water the tree, then mulch to conserve moisture.

2. Watering: For the first two weeks, water your new tree every other day by holding a hose around it and counting to 20. If you don’t have a hose, 2 large watering cans full of water will do (smaller trees may only need a light soaking so a single can may suffice).

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FAQs

Does Dart’s Gold Ninebark keep its color all season?

Yes, it maintains a golden hue through most of the growing season, though it may slightly soften in intense summer heat.
Is it deer resistant?

It is considered moderately deer-resistant, but no plant is completely deer-proof.
Can it be used as a hedge?

Absolutely—its dense growth habit makes it ideal for informal hedging.
Is it native?

The species (Physocarpus opulifolius) is native to North America, making it a good choice for naturalized landscapes.

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Mature Height	Large: Up to 6 ft
Mature Spread	0-5 ft
Growth Rate	Fast, Moderate
Botanical Name	Physocarpus opulifolius 'Dart's Gold'
Bloom Time	Late Spring, Early Summer
Deer Resistant	Usually
Family	Rosaceae
Flower Color	White
Hardiness Zones	2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7
Light Needs	Full Sun
Maintenance	Low
Size	#3 Container

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