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Red Spirea

Spiraea japonica

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Overview

The Spiraea japonica 'Red' is a compact deciduous shrub with burgundy spring foliage that matures to green and deep crimson-pink flower clusters in late spring. It forms a dense mound 24-36 inches tall and wide. Best in part sun to full sun, it grows in moist, well-drained soil with average water and light pruning after bloom. Hardy in USDA Zones 3-8.

Sun FullWater Medium
Red Spirea (Spiraea japonica) — It forms a dense mound 24-36 inches tall and wide

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Medium

Shape & size

Mature height
2–3 Ft.
Mature width
2–3 Ft.

Classification

Family
Rosaceae

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Red Spirea (Spiraea japonica) — It forms a dense mound 24-36 inches tall and wide

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