Double Play® Red Spirea
Spiraea japonica ‘Double Play Red’
Bright color and compact growth make Double Play® Red Spirea a vibrant addition to the landscape. New foliage emerges a rich burgundy-red in spring before maturing to deep green, creating beautiful seasonal contrast.
In early summer, clusters of brilliant red flowers cover the plant, attracting butterflies and pollinators. With its tidy, rounded habit and long-lasting color, Double Play® Red is perfect for borders, foundation plantings, and mass plantings.
🌸 Why You’ll Love It
Brilliant red flower clusters
Colorful spring foliage
Compact, tidy habit
Excellent pollinator plant
Low maintenance
🌿 Shrub Details
Bloom Time: Early to mid summer
Flower Color: Bright red
Foliage: Burgundy-red new growth maturing to green
Habit: Compact, rounded
Light Requirement: Full sun
Soil: Average, well-drained
Hardiness Zones: 3–8
Maintenance: Easy
📏 Size
Mature Height: 2–3 ft
Mature Width: 2–3 ft
🌼 Landscape Uses
Borders
Foundation plantings
Mass plantings
Pollinator gardens
Mixed shrub beds
✔ Garden Benefits
Attracts butterflies and pollinators
Deer resistant
Drought tolerant once established
Very low maintenance
💡 Garden Tip:
A light trim after the first bloom can encourage a second flush of flowers later in the season, keeping the plant looking fresh and colorful.