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Rosaceae
Shrubs
Spirea 'Double Play Red'
Hardiness
Zone 3
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Family
Rosaceae
Spiraea japonica 'Double Play Red', known as 'Double Play Red' spiraea, is a compact and very decorative shrub, recognized for its vibrant red spring foliage that turns dark green in summer, then takes on reddish hues again in autumn. Its abundant summer bloom of pinkish-red flowers adds a bright and lasting touch to flowerbeds, borders, and small gardens. Its dense and rounded habit allows for easy structuring of a landscape while offering a long period of visual interest. Very easy to grow, it tolerates a wide variety of soils and prefers a sunny exposure to maximize its colors. Spiraea japonica 'Double Play Red' is ideal for those looking for a colorful, reliable, and low-maintenance plant.
Soil and care
The rightconditions.
Fertilization
Light top-up in spring
Bloom and dimensions
The completeprofile.
Bloom periodSummer
Flower colorPinkish red
Foliage colorBright red in spring, dark green in summer, reddish in autumn
Foliage typeObsolete
FruitingSmall, unattractive dried fruits
Maximum height90 cm (35 in)
Maximum width90 cm (35 in)
Growth rateFast
Hardiness zoneZone 3
Minimum temperature-35 °C (-31 °F)
Its strengths, naturally.
Safe for pets
Pets
Plants that attract butterflies
Butterflies
Less attractive or generally tolerated by deer
Deer
