Japanese Spiraea ‘Double Play Doozie’

‘Double Play Doozie’ Japanese Spiraea (Spiraea japonica ‘Double Play Doozie’). Spiraea japonica ‘Double Play Doozie’ is a sterile Japanese spiraea remarkable for its uninterrupted blooming from spring until the first frosts, without producing seeds. Its bright red emergent foliage turns green during summer, then takes on orangey hues in autumn, contrasting beautifully with its deep pinkish-red flowers. Very easy to grow, this deciduous shrub with a rounded habit forms a pretty dense bush, perfect for beds, borders, or low hedges, where it attracts bees and butterflies. Its deer resistance, medium growth, and adaptability to well-drained soils make it a durable and decorative choice.

To plant ‘Double Play Doozie’ Japanese spiraea, choose a suitable exposure: full sun to partial shade. The recommended soil is well-drained, fertile to average. Water the root ball before planting and ensure that water can drain after planting. During establishment, check the soil moisture by hand before watering again. Spread mulch around the base, leaving the crown clear. Avoid systematic fertilizer applications without considering the soil's richness. In Quebec, choose a period when the ground is thawed and easy to work.

Allow a width of 91 cm (36 in) to organize this plant's space in the garden. The indicated height of 91 cm (36 in) helps choose its position relative to neighboring plants. Maintain access to the base to weed, check moisture, and remove damaged parts. Associate this variety with plants whose light and water needs are compatible. If you are considering a container, first check that its volume and drainage are suitable for root development. Roots in pots are more exposed to cold than those planted in the ground.