Japanese Spirea

About this plant

The 'Magic Carpet' Japanese Spirea is a truly enchanting shrub, renowned for its dynamic foliage that transitions beautifully throughout the seasons. New growth emerges a brilliant reddish-orange, maturing to a rich golden-yellow in summer, and finally deepening to fiery bronze-reds in autumn. This kaleidoscope of color creates an eye-catching focal point or a stunning mass planting. Beyond its incredible foliage, 'Magic Carpet' produces clusters of dainty, rose-pink flowers from late spring through summer, attracting butterflies and adding a soft texture to its vibrant leaves. Its naturally mounded and compact growth habit makes it exceptionally versatile, perfect for borders, rock gardens, containers, or as a low hedge. Extremely low-maintenance and adaptable, this Spirea tolerates a range of conditions once established. Its hardiness and reliable performance make it a favorite among gardeners seeking beauty without the fuss. Choose 'Magic Carpet' for a continuous spectacle of color and effortless elegance.

Installation timing

When we're in season, outside of the winter months, our goal is to get your plants installed within about two weeks. That window gives us enough time to secure your plants from our supplier and find a spot on the schedule. Throughout the process we stay in touch through notifications and your existing client portal on the main A Cut Above website, which is separate from this landscaping plants shop.

Care & maintenance

Requires minimal care. Prune in late winter or early spring to shape and encourage new growth and more prolific blooming. Deadhead spent flowers to promote continuous blooming. Fertilize annually with a balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring.

Watering suggestions

Proper watering is the single most important factor in your plant's survival after installation. Newly installed plants have a limited root system and rely on you for consistent moisture while they establish.

• First 2 weeks: Water deeply every day (or every other day in cooler, wet weather), soaking the root ball and surrounding soil.
• Weeks 3–12: Water deeply 2–3 times per week, adjusting for rain, heat, and soil drainage.
• After establishment: Water deeply about once a week during the growing season, and more often in extreme heat or drought.
• How to check: Stick a finger 2–3 inches into the soil near the roots — if it's dry, it's time to water. Deep, less-frequent watering encourages strong roots; shallow daily sprinkles do not.
• Avoid: Overwatering (soggy, waterlogged soil) is just as harmful as underwatering and can drown roots.

Watering needs vary by plant, season, soil, and exposure. Because proper watering is the customer's responsibility after installation, please make sure you understand and can follow these suggestions before ordering.

Good to know: plants and trees purchased from and installed by A Cut Above include a one-year limited warranty from the date of installation. Because plant survival depends heavily on proper watering and care after installation, losses caused by improper care, neglect, animal or chemical damage, or extreme weather are not covered, and we must be given the chance to inspect a struggling plant before it's removed or replaced. Coverage is one replacement per plant. Read our warranty info.