Spirea (Bridal Wreaths)
Spirea (sometimes called Bridal Wreaths) are great for both novice and experienced gardeners alike for their eye-catching beauty, fast growth rate, hardiness and ease of care. Spirea bushes do very well as a focal plant in the landscape or as part of a larger grouping for a screen or border. The Spirea shrub does best when planted in full sun or light shade. Planting the shrub in full shade results in stunted growth, and a reduction in the number and size of blooms. Position your Spirea in an area with well-drained soil, as they do not like wet feet. While aphids may become a problem, they are rarely serious enough to warrant treatment. No matter which variety of spirea bush you choose, growing Spirea shrubs is sure to add interest and lasting beauty to your landscape for many years to come.
Double Play Blue Kazoo
Double Play Blue Kazoo Spirea has burgundy new growth which highlights stunning blue-green spring foliage that eventually turns to vibrant red in fall. Crisp white spring flowers add to the beauty. This shrub is perfect for mass plantings.
Height: 2-3 ft. Spread: 2-3 ft. Sun Exposure: Full Sun Zone: 3 Double Play Red
Double Play Red is a low maintenance shrub that is sure to become a landscape. The double play of color takes place as rich burgundy foliage emerges in spring, followed by a stunning explosion of crimson-red blooms.
Height: 2-3 ft. Spread: 2-3 ft. Sun Exposure: Full Sun Zone: 3 |
Double Play Candy Corn
Double Play Candy Corn Spirea has new growth that emerges bright candy apple red. As it matures, it turns pineapple yellow, and the new growth continues to emerge bright orange all season. Top it off with dark purple flowers in late spring/early summer.
Height: 2-3 ft. Spread: 2-3 ft. Sun Exposure: Full Sun Zone: 3 Magic Carpet
Magic Carpet Spirea is a neat, compact, mounded shrub. Clusters of small pink flowers contrast with bright gold mature foliage that turns rich russet red in fall. This extraordinary combination of colors will brighten and enhance any landscape.
Height: 18 in. Spread: 2 ft. Sun Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Shade Zone: 3 |
Double Play Doozie
Double Play Doozie is a seedless, reblooming Spirea. The foliage emerges in blazing brilliant colour, in this case, deep red. By late spring, the flowers begin to emerge, a bright, glowing purple-red that truly sings in the backyard landscape.
Height: 2-3 ft. Spread: 2-3 ft. Sun Exposure: Full Sun Zone: 3 Shirobana
Shirobana Spirea is a small deciduous shrub with bright green leaves on slender stems that are blanketed with white, pink, and red bloom clusters in the summer. The dwarf mounded form is wonderful for use as a foundation plant and in low borders.
Height: 2-3 ft. Spread: 2-3 ft. Sun Exposure: Full Sun Zone: 3 |