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DOUBLE PLAY® Pink

Spirea - Japanese

Spiraea japonica

'SMNSJMFP'

PP#26,995; CBR#5632

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  • Outstanding color
  • Long blooming
  • Durable
Description

Hands down, the best pink flowered Japanese spirea on the market. We've evaluated Double Play® Pink spirea against similar varieties and it come out on top every way. Better flowers, better foliage, better bloom set, and better habit. In spring, the foliage emerges a glowing red, and new growth continues to take on burgundy tones through the season. Grow it yourself and see the difference!

USDA Zone
3 - 8 (-40°F/-40°C)
Exposure
Full sun, Part sun
Height
2 - 3'
Width
2 - 3'
Finish Time
.5 season
Type
Deciduous
Bloom Time
Late spring, early summer
Flower Color
Pink
Foliage Color
Green
Liner Sizes
2 1/4", 4", Quick Turn

Soil

Adaptable to all soils except very wet sites.

Pruning

Blooms on new wood - prune in early spring as desired.

Uses

Mixed borders; foundation plantings; flower beds; mass plantings.

Growing Tips

May be trimmed after bloom for a flush of colorful new growth and some rebloom.

  • Spec Sheet: Double Play® Pink Spiraea Spec Sheet
  • Benchcard: Double Play® Pink Spiraea Benchcard
  • Tag: Double Play® Pink Spiraea Tag
  • Grower Sheet: Double Play® Pink Spiraea Grower Sheet

    • Features: Alkaline soil, Attracts pollinators, Clay soil, Disease resistant, Drought tolerant, Deer resistant, Foliage interest

    Filters: Botanical genus: Spiraea, Common name: Spirea - Japanese, Retail program: Proven Winners® ColorChoice®, USDA Zone 3, USDA Zone 4, USDA Zone 5, USDA Zone 6, USDA Zone 7, USDA Zone 8, Exposure: Full sun, Exposure: Part sun, Bloom time: Spring, Pink flowers, Green foliage

    Features: Alkaline soil, Attracts pollinators, Clay soil, Disease resistant, Drought tolerant, Deer resistant, Foliage interest

    Filters: Botanical genus: Spiraea, Common name: Spirea - Japanese, Retail program: Proven Winners® ColorChoice®, USDA Zone 3, USDA Zone 4, USDA Zone 5, USDA Zone 6, USDA Zone 7, USDA Zone 8, Exposure: Full sun, Exposure: Part sun, Bloom time: Spring, Pink flowers, Green foliage