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Spirea japonica 'Neon Flash'-Vibrant Magenta Flowers 3 Gallon

Spirea japonica 'Neon Flash'-Vibrant Magenta Flowers 3 Gallon

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Spirea japonica 'Neon Flash'

Spirea japonica 'Neon Flash'

Description

Spirea japonica 'Neon Flash' is a deciduous shrub known for its vibrant magenta-red flowers that bloom profusely in late spring to early summer. The foliage emerges with a reddish tint, maturing to a lush green, providing a striking contrast to the blooms. This compact shrub is perfect for adding a splash of color to garden borders or as a standalone feature.

Suggested Uses

Ideal for borders, mass plantings, or as a low hedge. Its vibrant flowers make it a great choice for attracting pollinators, and it can also be used in container gardening for patios and small spaces.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name Botanical Name: Spirea japonica 'Neon Flash'
  • Common Name Common Name: 'Neon Flash' Japanese Spirea
  • Size & Growth Size & Growth: 2-3 feet tall and wide
  • Hardiness Zones Hardiness Zones: 4-8
  • Foliage Type Foliage Type: Deciduous
  • Bloom Time Bloom Time: Late spring to early summer
  • Growth Rate Growth Rate: Moderate
  • Light Requirements Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
  • Attracts Pollinators Attracts Pollinators: Yes
  • Indoor Friendly Indoor Friendly: No
  • Container Friendly Container Friendly: Yes
  • Deer Resistant Deer Resistant: Yes
  • Pet Warning Pet Warning: Non-toxic but may cause mild stomach upset if ingested
  • Fragrant Fragrant: No
  • Cut Flower Cut Flower: Yes
  • Grows Well With Grows Well With: Salvia, Lavender, and Coneflowers

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained soil with access to full sun for best flowering.
  • Soil Moisture Soil Moisture: Keep soil consistently moist, especially during the first growing season.
  • Soil Type Soil Type: Prefers loamy, well-drained soil but adaptable to a variety of soil types.
  • Humidity Humidity: Average humidity levels are suitable.
  • Pruning Instructions Pruning Instructions: Prune in late winter or early spring to maintain shape and encourage new growth.
  • Winter Care Winter Care: Mulch in colder climates to protect roots from freezing temperatures.
  • Planting Depth Planting Depth: Plant at the same depth as the nursery pot.
  • Fertilization Fertilization: Fertilize in early spring with a balanced fertilizer to promote healthy growth.
  • Special Care Special Care: Monitor for aphids and spider mites, and treat with insecticidal soap if necessary.
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