Center Glow Ninebark
Physocarpus opulifolius 'Center Glow'
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Understanding Plant Options
Nature Hills offers plants in two main formats:
- Container Plants: Grown in pots with soil, sized by container volume and plant age
- Bare Root Plants: Dormant plants without soil, sized by height measurements
Container Plant Sizes
Container sizes indicate plant age and growing capacity rather than liquid volume equivalents. Our containers follow industry-standard nursery "trade gallon" specifications, which differ from standard liquid gallon measurements.
Young Plants (6 months to 18 months old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
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| 2" x 2" x 3" | 0.18 - 0.21 dry quarts | 0.20 - 0.23 dry liters |
| 4" Container | 0.31 - 0.87 dry quarts | 0.35 - 0.96 dry liters |
| 4.5" Container | 0.65 dry quarts | 0.72 dry liters |
| 6" Container | 1.4 dry quarts | 1.59 dry liters |
| 1 Quart | 1 dry quart | 1.1 dry liters |
| 5.5" Container | 1.89 dry quarts | 2.08 dry liters |
Established Plants (18 months to 2.5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| 2 Quart | 2 dry quarts | 2.2 dry liters |
| #1 Container | 2.26 - 3.73 dry quarts | 2.49 - 4.11 dry liters |
| 5" x 5" x 12" | 3.5 - 4.3 dry quarts | 3.85 - 4.74 dry liters |
Mature Plants (2-4 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #2 Container | 1.19 - 1.76 dry gallons | 5.24 - 7.75 dry liters |
| #3 Container | 2.15 - 2.76 dry gallons | 8.14 - 12.16 dry liters |
Large Plants (3-5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #5 Container | 2.92 - 4.62 dry gallons | 12.86 - 20.35 dry liters |
| #6 Container | 5.25 - 6.01 dry gallons | 23.12 - 26.42 dry liters |
| #7 Container | 5.98 - 6.53 dry gallons | 26.34 - 28.76 dry liters |
Bare Root Plants
Bare root plants are sold by height from the root system to the top of the plant. Plants may exceed minimum height requirements.
Common Sizes:
- Trees: 1 foot, 2 feet, 3 feet, 4 feet, 5 feet, 6 feet
- Shrubs & Perennials: 1 foot, 18 inches, 2 feet
Important Notes
Container Volume Specifications
- Trade Gallon Standard: Our containers follow industry-standard "trade gallon" specifications established by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI Z60.1) for nursery stock
- Volume Variations: Actual soil volume may vary due to plant root systems and growing medium settlement
- Age Indicators: Container size primarily indicates plant age and maturity rather than liquid volume equivalents
Growing Conditions
- Plant size can vary based on variety and growing conditions
- Container size helps indicate plant maturity and establishment level
- Larger containers generally mean more established root systems and faster landscape establishment
Seasonal Availability
- Bare root plants are available seasonally when dormant
- Container plants are available throughout the growing season
- Specific varieties may have limited availability in certain sizes
Questions?
For questions about specific plant sizes or availability, please contact our plant experts who can help you choose the right size for your landscape needs.
Plant Highlights
Center Glow Ninebark highlights at a glance!
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Brand
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Botanical Name
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Growing Zones3, 4, 5, 6, 7
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Mature Height
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Mature Spread
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Sun ExposureFull Sun
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Moisture
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Soil
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Growth RateFast
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Flower Color
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Fall Color
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Pollinator Required
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Pruning Time
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Bloom PeriodSummer
Growing Zones
Some plants are just rock stars! Stylish Center Glow Ninebark (Physocarpus opulifolius 'Center Glow') is one of those elevated, exciting plants you'll love having around your garden! And no wonder! There is always something going on with it. From white flowers in spring to outstanding burgundy foliage all summer, to beautiful bright red fruit in fall, to the interesting exfoliating bark in winter! The Center Glow is a four-season dynamo!
Take time to really study the fresh new foliage as it emerges yellow-green in spring. The leaves mature into bright red starting at the margins - and we're talking vivid, rosy red - in early summer! The yellow golden center is really something to talk about!
It's an outstanding performance, and the sweet clusters of white and pink flowers only add to the excitement. Butterflies and bees adore these blooms as well! You'll come back to this popular shrub over the whole growing season. The neighbors are checking it out, too! As with most Ninebarks, it has attractive exfoliating bark and attractive fruits for four seasons of interest.
Planting and Application:
Many people choose to use Center Glow as a fabulous background for perennial or annual flower beds. It would also make a great anchor plant at the corner of your house in your foundation planting. It makes a charming addition to your beautiful garden as a backdrop. Don't forget to try cutting some of the arched shoots for cut flower arrangements.
You just know it will stand up to the cold at your place - even those notorious wind tunnel side yards that nobody knows what to do with. Plant a nice, long row of Center Glow in that space. You'll get beautiful privacy and color, color, color!
- Gorgeous Yellow Green Foliage Transforms into Reds & Burgundy
- Pink & White Clusters of Flowers
- Unique Red Seed Pods For Winter Interest
- Incredibly Vivid Spring, Summer & Fall Color!
- Borders, Hedges, Privacy & Ornamental
#ProPlantTips for Care:
For the best quality, give Center Glow at least 6 hours of sun a day. Well-drained soil is a must. It can handle a little bit of moist soil, but it needs to drain quickly. It is best to be planted in full sun, Center Glow needs a well-drained site and loves some mulch around the roots.
- Full Sun
- Widely Adaptable To Soil & Climate
- Moderate Moisture Needs Once Established
- Fast Growth Rate
- Remarkably Cold Hardy
This plant was developed by Dr. Harold Pellet at the University of Minnesota. This shrub might just become your favorite. Order your own Center Glow Ninebark today, but hurry! We sell out of this variety.
