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Scientific Name: Spiraea japonica 'NCSX1'

Also Known As

  • Spiraea japonica 'Double Play Candy Corn'
  • Spiraea japonica Double Play™ Candy Corn
  • SPIREA

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 2'-3'
  • W: 2'-3'

planting zones

  • 4a-9b

4 inch pot | $18

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Spiraea japonica Double Play® Candy Corn™ PP28313 plant details

Spiraea japonica Double Play® Candy Corn™ PP28313 is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with chartreuse, gold and red foliage. In spring magenta and pink flowers emerge. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, clay, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Spiraea japonica Double Play® Candy Corn™ PP28313

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: rosaceae
Foliage: deciduous chartreuse, gold and red
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: magenta and pink blooms in spring
Uses: border plant, fall color, floriferous

GROWING CONDITIONS for Spiraea japonica Double Play® Candy Corn™ PP28313

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: heat and humidity
Soil needs: average, clay, rich and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

You cannot miss the dayglow show of color on this 24" x 30" shrub, bright-red spring growth turns to orange-yellow with red and then bright-purple blooms appear in late spring! S-PSh/M PPAF
This compact deciduous shrub delivers all growing season! New spring foliage on this 2’tall and 3’ wide darling starts out bright candy apple red, transforming to glowing pineapple yellow topped by contrasty, dark rose purple bloom clusters in late spring. Foliage stays yellow green all summer. Adaptable, most soils, occasional summer water, sun to part shade; deer resistant, flowers attract bees and hummers, drought tolerant AND low maintenance!

Gardening facts about Spiraea japonica Double Play® Candy Corn™ PP28313 plant

How to Grow Spiraea japonica Double Play® Candy Corn™ PP28313

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • clay
    • adaptable
    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • humidity tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • red
    • gold
    • chartreuse
  • Flower Color

    • pink
    • magenta
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • butterflies
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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