Dwarf Japanese Spirea
Family
Rosaceae
Origin
Eastern Asia
Description
Red Spirea is a hardy , deciduous, mounding shrub that grows about 3 feet tall with a spread of 4 to 5 feet. The leaves are simple and usually short stalked, and are arranged in a spiralling, alternate fashion.It features showy clusters of red flowers at the ends of the branches from late spring to early summer, which emerge from distinctive dark red flower buds. It has forest green foliage which emerges burgundy in spring. The serrated pointy leaves turn an outstanding brick red in the fall. It is a good choice for attracting butterflies to your yard
Environment
This shrub should only be grown in full sunlight. It prefers to grow in average to moist conditions, and shouldn't be allowed to dry out. It is not particular as to soil type or pH & grows best in moist, well-drained soil in full sun .
Fertilize in spring, and prune after flowering.
Landscape Use
Specimen or grouping or mass for shrub borders or foundations. Also effective as an informal hedge or low screen.
