Diablo Ninebark vs Sensation Lilac - TreeTime.ca

Diablo Ninebark vs Sensation Lilac

Physocarpus opulifolius Diablo

Syringa vulgaris Sensation

Diablo Ninebark
Sensation Lilac

Diablo Ninebark is a small, low maintenance, multi-stemmed shrub, that is used to add texture or color to any yard. This plant grows dark purple leaves in the spring and grows slightly faster than Common Ninebark. It features flaky red to brown bark, clusters of white flowers, and long, maple-like leaves. Diablo Ninebark can make a dense and colorful hedge, or it can be an attractive ornamental by itself.

Sensation Lilac is an outstanding shrub known for its fragrant, bicolor flowers. In mid-spring, stunning purple flowers with white borders emerge and cover the entire plant.

Once the flowers bloom, they give off a beautifully sweet scent that is enjoyed by people, butterflies, hummingbirds, and other wildlife. Plant Sensation Lilac in full sun to produce the most vibrant flower color.

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Diablo Ninebark Quick Facts

Sensation Lilac Quick Facts

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Zone: 3a
Zone: 3a
Height: 2.4 m (8 ft)
Height: 2.4 m (8 ft)
Spread: 1.8 m (6 ft)
Spread: 1.8 m (6 ft)
Moisture: dry, normal
Moisture: normal
Light: partial shade, full sun
Light: full sun
Hybrid: no
Hybrid: no
Catkins: no
Catkins: no
Fall colour: yellow
Berries: red
Flowers: white
Bark: brown to red, exfoliating
Growth rate: fast
Growth rate: medium
Life span: short
Life span: short
Maintenance: medium
Maintenance: medium
Suckering: low
Suckering: high




Other Names: eastern ninebark, purple ninebark