Spiraea japonica 'Anthony Waterer' |
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Anthony Waterer 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.
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Anatomy
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Culture
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Design
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
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
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 before 9:00 a.m. and after 6:00 p.m.
Limit watering to 3 days a week