This modern, contemporary-looking shrub is for the rich copper-red, architectural foliage. Almost by surprise, clusters of dainty white flowers with a hint of pink appear during early summer, giving contrast to the dark foliage. Glossy, red berries follow, persisting well into autumn. Thompson & Morgan Physocarpus Opulifolius ‘Diable D’Or’ is a stunning addition to the shrub border. It looks particularly good partnered with a range of colourful foliage shrubs, such as Berberis, Elaeagnus and Euonymus. Plant Thompson & Morgan Physocarpus ‘Diable D’Or’ in a fertile, moist, well-drained soil in full sun or semi-shade. Physocarpus plants prefer an acidic to neutral soil, but will tolerate more alkaline soils, although they may become chlorotic in very chalky areas. Incorporate organic matter such as well-rotted manure or compost into the soil prior to planting. Water regularly throughout the growing season until young Physocarpus plants are fully established. In spring, apply a mulch of well-rotted manure or compost to the base of the plant. After flowering, cut back the flowered shoots to a healthy pair of buds, unless seed heads are required for late season interest. Physocarpus Opulifolius tolerates fairly hard pruning and may be cut back by half every few years to maintain a smaller size. On mature plants cut back about one quarter to one fifth of the oldest shoots to their base, to promote strong new growth. Ideal For: Cottage Gardens, Specimen Plant Hardiness: Hardy Position In: Sun or Semi-Shade Height: Up to 150cm (59.1in) Spread: Up to 150cm (59.1in) Ease of Growing: Easy for All Ease of Aftercare: Easy for All