Rubio Pacific Ninebark (Physocarpus capitatus 'Rubio') is a compact 4 to 6 ft cultivar of the PNW native Pacific Ninebark. It has a smaller and more compact stature suitable for small spaces and residential-scale landscapes. Adaptable plant that thrives in full sun to part shade. Like the native, it is a tough and wildlife-friendly shrub with bee-pollinated flowers. The red bark is suitable for winter interest.

Tolerant of clay, drought, pollution, and wet feet; it is one of the toughest ornamental shrubs. Prune after spring flowering since flowers appear on previous year's growth.

*Cultivars generally do not count as "natives" for ecological purposes

Water Use: Light

Light Requirement: Sun to part shade

Soil Moisture: Damp to dry

Soil type: Sand, clay, loam

Soil pH: 6-8

Drought Tolerance: High

Deciduous shrub

Special attributes: Flowers attract moths and butterflies, attracts beneficial insects, bumble bee plant, deer resistant, drought tolerant, wet clay tolerant.