The low size is perfect for bald spots or an area where a ground cover may be needed.
Is magic carpet spirea drought tolerant.
It is a variety of spirea japonica the species native to japan and china thought this variety sometimes called walbuma spirea is the selection made in england.
Magic carpet spirea is a flowering shrub of the genus spireae which consists of 80 100 plants mainly shrubs.
Magic carpet is drought tolerant to suit our georgia landscapes.
Spirea are heavy bloomers.
If you want some fall fireworks in your garden make magic carpet spirea your centerpiece.
Very hardy low maintenance shrub.
Spirea require very little maintenance.
A pleasant carefree shrub the magic carpet spirea is truly an amazing addition to any garden.
About magic carpet spirea.
They are tough dependable plants that are tolerant of drought and different soil conditions as long as it drains well.
It will grow 15 18 tall with a spread of 2 3.
A tough durable shrub with reddish orange foliage that turns gold with age.
Plant in full sun in well draining soil.
Grow in average well drained soil.
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Alkaline soil attracts pollinators clay soil disease resistant drought tolerant deer resistant foliage interest.
Plant in zones 3 to 8.
Bursting out in color spiraea japonica magic carpet walbuma japanese spirea is a low growing deciduous shrub with brilliant red leaves in spring maturing to golden yellow as the summer progresses.
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Spiraea japonica walbuma grows best in full sun to light shade.
Care shipping notes.
Makes a great edging and accent plant.
Full sun brings out the brightest colors so give it a sunny spot.
Magic carpet spirea is an outstanding landscape plant perfect for foundation plantings and included in patio plantings.
Although plants tolerate dry conditions give spirea deep soakings during dry spells.
With good colors through 3 seasons now is a great time to order.
Once it s established in your yard it becomes drought tolerant.
In late spring to early summer flat sprays of small bright pink flowers grace the tips of its branches.
Light pink summer blooms will rebloom if plant is lightly sheared.
What is magic carpet spirea.
Magic carpet adds gorgeous color contrast in a garden and is small enough to plant between perennials.
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New growth is a stunning orange red.
Avoid areas with standing water.