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Spiraea japonica 'Anthony Waterer'

Name: Spiraea japonica 'Anthony Waterer'
Brand: Ornamental Trees
SKU: SJA.B.10.1
Price: 25.0 GBP
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Planting & Care

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Key features

Final size 1.5m x 1.5m in 20 years

Foliage Red young leaves in spring which mature to blue-green (deciduous)

Flowers bright pink to magenta-red blooms in late spring to midsummer

Position Full sun to part shade

Soil Prefers moist yet well-draining soil

Description

Spiraea japonica 'Anthony Waterer' is a compact and upright deciduous shrub, typically reaching an approximate height and spread of 1.5 metres. It is renowned for its vibrant summer flowers and attractive, colour-changing foliage. In spring, the young leaves emerge a bronze-red colour, maturing to a dark blue-green in summer, and eventually turning shades of red in autumn before they fall. Blooming from late spring to midsummer, this Japanese spiraea variety produces dense clusters of bright pink to magenta-red flowers that are highly attractive to pollinators and add a striking splash of colour to the garden.

Spiraea japonica 'Anthony Waterer' thrives in well-drained soils and prefers a position in full sun to partial shade. It is relatively low-maintenance and well-suited for use in mixed borders, as a low hedge, or as a standalone specimen. The plant's compact form and profuse blooming make it an excellent choice for adding seasonal interest and vibrant colour to any garden setting.

AKA: Spiraea × bumalda 'Anthony Waterer', Japanese spiraea 'Anthony Waterer'

Planting Steps

1Preparation

Pot-grown plants can be planted at any time of year, whereas bare roots need to be planted between November and March.
Clear weeds and grass within a metre of the planting hole.
Dig a hole as deep as the root mass and twice as wide.
To help your plant establish more effectively, sprinkle Rootgrow in the hole.

2Planting

Gently loosen the roots and place into the planting hole.
Ensure the top of the plant's compost is flush with the level of the surrounding soil and the graft union or collar of the tree is above ground level.
Mix 50% of the original soil with 50% compost.
Fill in the hole, firming the soil gently.

3Last Steps

Water generously around the base of the plant.
If you are planting either a single stem tree or mature standard tree, we recommend adding a staking kit and rabbit guard.

Aftercare Advice

Trees and shrubs require a good watering regime for a couple of years whilst they establish. Water well and regularly through spring and summer, increasing in hot or dry weather. If planting in autumn, you may only need to water a little. It is advisable to keep the area free of competing weeds and grass during this period.

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