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Spiraea japonica 'Anthony Waterer'

Anthony Waterer Spirea

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Information by:         Photographer: Connon Nursery

 

Description

This 'Anthony Waterer' is a broad shrub, growing 2'-3' with a flat-top, 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 is an asset, and the plant provides structure to a perennial border. It is presented well around lilacs.

 

Plant Type

Shrub

Height Range

1-3', 3-6'

Flower Color

Pink

Flower Season

Summer, Fall

Leaf Color

Bronze, Green, Blue Green, Red

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

Spring, Summer, Fall

Sun

Full, Half

Water

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

Design Styles

English Cottage, Japanese, Meadow, Ranch

Accenting Features

Fall Color, Showy Flowers

Seasonal Interest

Spring, Summer, Fall

Location Uses

Entry, Perennial Border, Foundation, Lawn, Parking Strip, Patio, Parking Lot, Raised Planter, Walkways, With Rocks

Special Uses

Erosion Control, Filler, Hedge, Mass Planting, Small Spaces

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Water between sunset and sunrise when temperatures and wind are the lowest.