Spiraea japonica 'Flaming Mound'

Latin name: Spiraea japonica 'Flaming Mound'
Common Name: Japanese Spirea 'Flaming Mound'
Plant type: Shrub
Shape: Dwarf
Botanical family: Rosaceae

Description

Spiraea japonica 'Flaming Mound' captivates with its red and orange foliage in spring, turning light green in summer and then golden in autumn. It forms a dense, rounded mound, ideal for borders, low hedges, or mixed beds. Its bright pink blooms in summer contrast well with the bright foliage. Very hardy, it tolerates drought, repeated pruning, and poor soils, creating a vibrant, structured garden effortlessly.

Hardiness Zone: Zone 3

Exposure: Sun
Watering: Moderate watering
Fertilization: Slow-release fertilizer 14-7-14 or 4-2-8. Fertilize monthly or as directed on the bag. Add Myke at planting.
Soil type: Neutral to slightly acidic, well drained
Minimum temperature: '-40°C

Foliage type: Obsolete
Foliage color: Green

Height: 60 to 80 cm (24 to 31 inches)
Width: 1 m (3 feet)
Growth rate: fast

Animaux
Sans danger pour les animaux domestiques

Animaux

Pollinisateurs
Attire ou nourrit les insectes pollinisateurs

Pollinisateurs

Papillons
Fleurs attirant les papillons

Papillons

Répulsif
Aide à repousser certains nuisibles

Répulsif

Cerfs
Peu appétent ou toléré par les cerfs

Cerfs

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