Spiraea japonica Empire® Northern Lights™
Empire® Northern Lights™ Spiraea
- Tri-colored foliage
- Re-bloomer
- Low maintenence
- Category: Shrub
- Alternate Cultivar: 'DAVCOP01'
- Patent: PP31,996
- Hardiness Zone: 4-9
- Height: 3-4 ft
- Spread: 3-4 ft
- Bloom Color: Pink Shades
Pink flowers pop against the tri-colored foliage beginning in late spring. New growth emerges bright red before aging to yellow and then light green. Sporadically re-blooms throughout the season to be a low-maintenance option for your landscape! Compact form can be used on the foundation or in groupings for bank or border plantings. Hardy, dependable, showy long lasting bloom, nice fall color and texture. Deer resistant.
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Spiraea japonica Empire® Northern Lights™
Adaptable to most moist, well-drained soils. Fertilize in spring, and prune after flowering.