Double Play® Red Spirea

A great shrub that offers two very distinct pops of color is the Double Play Red Spirea, a landscaping favorite thats an excellent addition for nearly any design. Although double play refers to the shrubs spring and summer hues, this plant will bring about butterflies and hummingbirds, lending itself as a true landscaping performer! Happen to live in a densely-populated area where air quality is an issue? No problem, as this shrub has proven tolerant of urban pollution. The Double Play Red Spireas size isnt overly large, usually reaching 2-3 tall with a 2-3 span. Bloom season is a little later than some shrubs, with burgundy flowers sprouting in the late spring, then transitioning towards a deep crimson color as the months pass into the summer. For best use, opt for using this shrub in borders, containers, mass plantings, in firescaping, or even in a wildlife garden. Double Play Red Spirea Care Soil quality needs to be average at minimum, and the Double Play Red Spirea needs a well-drained area to establish proper roots. Itll also need at least partial sun, but plant in full sun if possible. Regular watering is recommended, with additional moisture sometimes being required in hotter areas, but be careful not to overwater. To achieve the best aesthetic possible, remove spent blooms and prune in the summer after flowering. Fertilizing is simple, as a general purpose treatment is all thats necessary in the spring. Double Play Red Spirea Spacing Allow for 2-3 between each Double Play Red Spirea, but if several are being used in a border or firescaping, cut spacing down to 1-2 between plants. Find the Right Variety Compare Double Play® Spirea Compare flower color, foliage, mature size, and the features that set each Double Play® spirea apart. VarietyFlowersFoliageMature SizeWhy Choose It