Key Facts:
Common Name: Double Play® Red Spirea
Scientific Name: Spiraea japonica ‘Double Play® Red’
Leaf Color: Fiery red, deepening as the season progresses
Flower Color: Bright red-pink
Bloom Time: Late spring to summer
Height: 18-24 inches (45-60 cm)
Spread: 18-24 inches (45-60 cm)
Growth Rate: Moderate; typically grows 6-12 inches (15-30 cm) per year
Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Soil Type: Well-drained soil; adaptable to various soil types including clay, loam, and sandy soils
Watering Needs: Moderate; regular watering needed, particularly during dry periods
Hardiness Zones: USDA Zones 4-8
Maintenance: Low; requires minimal pruning to maintain shape and remove spent blooms; generally resistant to pests and diseases
Uses: Ideal for garden beds, borders, containers, and as a colorful hedge; provides vibrant color and texture throughout the growing season
Why You’ll Love It:
Infuse your garden with bold, vibrant color with the Double Play® Red Spirea. Its striking red foliage and vivid red-pink flowers create a dynamic display, adding visual interest and flair to any landscape. Perfect for sunny garden beds, borders, or containers, this low-maintenance shrub offers exceptional beauty and resilience. Embrace the lively charm of Double Play® Red Spirea—transform your outdoor space with this spectacular shrub and enjoy its captivating color and beauty throughout the growing season!
Double Play® Red Spirea
Double Play® Red Spirea (Spiraea japonica ‘Double Play® Red’) is a vibrant and compact deciduous shrub renowned for its striking red foliage and abundant red-pink blooms. This eye-catching spirea features fiery red leaves that emerge in spring and deepen in color as the season progresses. It produces clusters of bright red-pink flowers in late spring to summer, adding a bold splash of color to garden beds and borders. With its low maintenance and adaptability, Double Play® Red Spirea is perfect for bringing dynamic color and visual interest to any landscape.
