Description

Double Play® Red Spirea delivers bold color all season long, making it an excellent addition to Massachusetts landscapes. Its deep burgundy spring foliage transforms into a lush green backdrop for clusters of vibrant red flowers. As summer progresses, the blooms shift to soft pink, creating a dynamic display in garden beds and borders.

This mounded, multi-stemmed shrub offers fine-textured foliage that turns a rich brick-red in autumn. Hardy and easy to grow, Double Play® Red Spirea thrives in full sun and well-drained soil. Its compact habit and continuous color make it a standout for residential and commercial landscapes alike.

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Each plant comes in a #3 (3 gallon) growers container. The image shown represents an example of what you may receive. Please note that the height, shape, and fullness of each plant may vary due to natural growth patterns. Rest assured, we will select the healthiest and most vibrant plant for you.

*This plant may not be in bloom at the time of purchase. Whether pre- or post-bloom, rest assured it’s healthy—just not at its showiest.

Plant Specs:

Botanical Name: Spiraea japonica 'SMNSJMFR'
Light: full sun
Watering: around once a week
Soil: well draining soil
Zone: 4 – 8

Plant Shape: mounded
Plant Type: multi-stemmed deciduous shrub
Mature Size: height (3'), width (3')
Blooming Season: flowers late spring – early summer
Growth Rate: fast

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