Physocarpus Raspberry Lemonade Ninebark – Hardy Flowering Shrub

Physocarpus opulifolius 'Raspberry Lemonade' is a stunning deciduous shrub celebrated for its striking, multi-toned foliage that evolves beautifully through the seasons. New leaves emerge in fresh shades of lemon-yellow and lime-green before maturing into rich raspberry-red tones, creating a captivating display of colour from spring right through to autumn. In late spring to early summer, clusters of small, delicate white to pale pink flowers appear, adding further interest and attracting pollinators to the garden.

This compact and bushy Ninebark variety is low-maintenance, reliably hardy and tolerant of a wide range of soil conditions, making it an excellent choice for borders, mixed shrub plantings, informal hedging or as a standout specimen in a container. It thrives in full sun, where the foliage colours are most vivid, but will also perform well in partial shade.

What's Included:

• 1 x Physocarpus Raspberry Lemonade Ninebark Plant


• Supplied in a 3 Litre pot, well-established and ready for planting

Cultural Information:

• Botanical Name: Physocarpus opulifolius 'Raspberry Lemonade'


• Common Names: Ninebark, Raspberry Lemonade Ninebark


• Classification: Deciduous Shrub


• Fully Grown Height & Spread: 150–180 cm × 150–180 cm


• Growth Habit: Bushy, Compact, Upright Deciduous Shrub


• Perfect For: Borders, Mixed Shrub Plantings, Informal Hedging, Containers, Specimen Planting


• Flowering Time: Late Spring to Early Summer (clusters of small white to pale pink flowers)


• Planting Position: Full Sun to Partial Shade (best foliage colour in full sun)


• Soil: Most well-drained soils, tolerant of a wide range of soil types


• Attracts: Bees, Butterflies & Pollinators


• Type: Hardy Deciduous Shrub


• Foliage: Multi-toned – emerging lemon-yellow and lime-green, maturing to rich raspberry-red shades through the season


• Pruning: Prune after flowering if required to maintain shape; tolerates hard pruning if needed for rejuvenation


• Hardiness: Fully Hardy

Planting & Care Tips:

• Plant in a sunny or partially shaded position for the best foliage colour development.


• Water regularly after planting until well established, especially during dry spells.


• Mulch around the base in spring to help retain moisture and suppress weeds.


• Minimal ongoing maintenance required once established – a low-fuss, high-impact garden shrub.

Notes: This listing is for the Raspberry Lemonade variety, known for its distinctive seasonal colour-changing foliage ranging from lemon-yellow through to deep raspberry tones.