
Spirea True
Spiraea japonica Double Play Candy Corn Proven Winners
Vibrant foliage and delicate flowers make the Double Play Candy Corn Spirea a true garden delight, offering season-long color and easy care.
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About this plant
The Double Play Candy Corn Spirea from Proven Winners is a showstopper for any landscape. Its new growth emerges in brilliant shades of yellow and red, maturing to a zesty lime green, creating a dynamic color palette that evolves throughout the seasons. In late spring and early summer, clusters of dainty, true pink flowers add an extra layer of charm, attracting pollinators. This cultivar is a fantastic choice for adding continuous interest to borders, mass plantings, or as a vibrant specimen plant. Its compact, mounding habit makes it suitable for smaller gardens or for providing a pop of color in mixed perennial beds. The Double Play Candy Corn Spirea thrives in a variety of conditions, ensuring a rewarding experience for both novice and experienced gardeners. Beyond its stunning aesthetics, this Spirea is remarkably low-maintenance. It's known for its disease resistance and ability to tolerate urban environments, making it a reliable and attractive option for modern landscapes. Enjoy its ever-changing display of colors from spring through fall.
Care & maintenance
Prune in late winter or early spring to maintain shape and encourage new growth. Best flowering occurs on new wood. Fertilize sparingly in spring if desired.
Quick facts
- Type
- shrub
- Mature height
- 1.5-2.5 ft
- Mature width
- 1.5-2.5 ft
- Sun
- Full Sun to Part Sun
- Water
- Medium
- Growth rate
- Medium