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Rosaceae
Trees and shrubs
Japanese spirea 'Rainbow Fizz'
Hardiness
Zone 3
Discover the plant
Family
Rosaceae
Spiraea japonica 'Rainbow Fizz' is a compact summer spirea notable for its variegated foliage and vibrant pink blooms. This deciduous shrub develops a rounded, dense habit, slightly wider than it is tall, making it ideal for borders, colorful beds, and foundation plantings. Its blue-green foliage edged with cream offers lasting decorative interest, while its new shoots sometimes take on a pinkish hue in spring. In summer, corymbs of bright pink flowers contrast elegantly with the luminous variegation. Easy to maintain and very hardy, Spiraea japonica 'Rainbow Fizz' prefers well-drained soil and a sunny exposure to maximize coloration and flowering. It is an excellent choice for enlivening northern landscapes with texture and color.
Soil and care
The right conditions.
Hardiness zone
Zone 3
Minimum temperature
'-40°C
Fertilization
Slow-release fertilizer 14-7-14 or 4-2-8. Fertilize monthly or as directed on the bag. Add Myke at planting.
Bloom and dimensions
The complete profile.
Flower color
YELLOW
Foliage color
Green
Foliage type
Obsolete
Growth rate
fast
Bloom period
Summer
Fruiting
Small discrete brown follicles
Maximum height
1 to 1.2 m (39 to 48 inches)
Maximum width
1 m (3 feet)
Its strengths, naturally.
Safe for pets
Pets
Attracts or supports pollinating insects
Pollinators
Plants that attract butterflies
Butterflies
Less attractive or generally tolerated by deer
Deer
