Bladderwort 'Lady in Red' PBR P9(0,5L)

Bladderwort 'Lady in Red' PBR – Elegance in the Garden

Physocarpus opulifolius 'Lady in Red' PBR is an attractive deciduous shrub that is distinguished by its intense red leaves and decorative flowers. It is an ideal choice for gardens of various character – both modern and traditional. Thanks to its durability and ease of care, 'Lady in Red' is a popular choice among gardeners all over Poland.

Characteristics

• Habit and Size:
  A shrub with an erect, dense habit, reaching a height of up to 1.5–2 m and a similar width.

• List:
  Intense red, lobed leaves with a velvety texture. In autumn, they take on deeper, burgundy shades.

• Flowers:
  Small, white or slightly pinkish flowers gathered in umbel-shaped inflorescences, appear in June and July. They attract bees and other pollinating insects.

• Fruit:
  Decorative, vesicular fruits that decorate the shrub in autumn, further increasing its attractiveness.

Growing conditions

• Position:
  It grows best in sunny positions, where the leaves have the most intense color. It can tolerate slight shading, although the leaves may then be less intensely colored.

• Soil:
  A tolerant plant, it grows on various types of soil, from average to poor. It prefers well-drained, moderately moist soils, with a slightly acidic to neutral pH.

• Watering:
  The plant is resistant to periodic droughts, but young shrubs require regular watering until rooting.

• Frost resistance:
  Frost resistant (zone 5), it tolerates Polish winters well.

Care

• Trimming:
  It is recommended to prune in spring to remove old, damaged shoots and maintain a compact habit. Regular pruning stimulates the growth of young shoots of more intense color.

• Fertilization:
  In spring, you can use a compound fertilizer for deciduous shrubs to promote growth and intense coloration of the leaves.

• Mulching:
  Mulch around the base of the plant helps to retain moisture and reduces weed growth.

Use in the Garden

1. Hedges and borders:
   Thanks to its dense habit, it is perfect for free or formed hedges.

2. Solitaire:
   Ideal as a single accent in the garden, creating a color contrast with other plants.

3. Shrub compositions:
   It goes well with plants with green or silvery leaves, emphasizing their beauty.

4. Naturalistic and Modern Gardens:
   Perfect for modern garden arrangements, as well as wilder, naturalistic compositions.

Advantages of 'Lady in Red' PBR

• Striking leaves: Intense red that lasts all season.
• Decorative Flowers and Fruits: The flowers attract pollinating insects, and the fruits decorate the plant in autumn.
• Immunity: Tolerance to various soil conditions and periodic drought.
• Versatility: It works well in a variety of garden compositions.
• Frost resistance: It copes perfectly with the Polish climate.

Plant Specifications

• Flower pot: 0.5 liters
• Height: 20-25 cm
• Age: 2 years old
• Frost resistance: Yes