Ninebark - Diabolo
The Ninebark 'Diablo', Physocarpus opulifolius 'Diabolo', is a fast growing plant. It has deep burgundy leaves, and attractive white button-like blooms in summer. "Diabolo" is easy to grow and is very hardy and can tolerate a wide range of conditions. It is tolerant of many soils, preferring a well drained site. It will take some shade but will exhibit the best color in full sun. The 'Diablo', would be an excellent plant in back of the perennial garden or in mixed in shrub borders. The flowers and foliage are great for cutting. This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds. It is drought-tolerant and is suitable for xeriscaping. All parts of the plant are poisonous if ingested. ... more information
Lilac - White Persian The White Persian Lilac, Syringa x persica 'alba', is a spreading, graceful shrub with arching branches, reaching 4 to 8 feet in height, 5 to 10 feet spread. This deciduous shrub has dark green foliage. The pale lilac flowers are fragrant, late spring blooming, abundantly produced on 2 to 3 inch long panicles. A reasonably compact lilac for the smaller garden, and shrub border. Introduced 1614.
