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Spirea japonica 'Double Play Gold'-Vibrant golden foliage and pink flowers 3 Gallon

Spirea japonica 'Double Play Gold'-Vibrant golden foliage and pink flowers 3 Gallon

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Spirea japonica 'Double Play Gold'

Spirea japonica 'Double Play Gold'

Description

Spirea japonica 'Double Play Gold' is a vibrant deciduous shrub known for its striking golden foliage and clusters of pink flowers. This plant adds a splash of color to any garden, providing interest from spring through fall.

Suggested Uses

Ideal for borders, mass plantings, and as a colorful hedge. It can also be used in containers to brighten patios or decks.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name Botanical Name: Spirea japonica 'Double Play Gold'
  • Common Name Common Name: 'Double Play Gold' Japanese Spirea
  • Size & Growth Size & Growth: 2-3 feet tall and wide
  • Hardiness Zones Hardiness Zones: 4-9
  • 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
  • Fragrant Fragrant: No
  • Cut Flower Cut Flower: Yes
  • Grows Well With Grows Well With: Other spireas, coneflowers, and ornamental grasses

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained soil in spring or fall.
  • Soil Moisture Soil Moisture: Keep soil consistently moist, but not waterlogged.
  • Soil Type Soil Type: Prefers sandy, loamy, or clay soils.
  • Humidity Humidity: Tolerates average humidity levels.
  • Pruning Instructions Pruning Instructions: Prune in late winter or early spring to maintain shape and encourage new growth.
  • Winter Care Winter Care: Mulch around base to protect roots in colder climates.
  • Planting Depth Planting Depth: Plant at the same depth as in the nursery pot.
  • Fertilization Fertilization: Fertilize in early spring with a balanced fertilizer.
  • Special Care Special Care: Monitor for aphids and treat with insecticidal soap if necessary.
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