Spiraea japonica 'Anthony Waterer'
Anthony Waterer Pink Spirea
Description
This 'Anthony Waterer' is a broad shrub, growing 2'-3' with a flattop and dark, blue green leaves. The immature growth is a pinkish red color. From summer until early fall, the flowers are a deep carmine pink color. The pink color of the shrub's flowers makes a nice focal point, and the plant provides structure to a perennial border. It is presented well around lilacs.
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Very Low, Medium, Extra in Summer
Growth Rate
Fast, Moderate
Soil Type
Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average, Rich, Poor, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Mulching and adding compost to soil can minimize evaporation and help soil absorb and store water.