Spiraea japonica 'Anthony Waterer' ~ Anthony Waterer Spirea Size:3 GALLON mildew or canker

mildew or canker

The outer florets are incredibly large bright cherry red lacecap flowers in alkaline soil and lavender flowers in acidic soil surrounding the tiny star shaped center petals of a lighter matching shade and bloom though summer

This finely-textured foliage emerges with a light red tint

The green leaves with cream edging emerge with a bright pink flush and the variegated edges earn a golden bronze tone in fall

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Spiraea japonica 'Anthony Waterer' ~ Anthony Waterer Spirea Size:3 GALLON mildew or cankerAnthony Waterer Spirea is a compact mounded deciduous shrub with oval sharp toothed leaves with a reddish purple tinge to new growth that matures to blue green and reddens in fall. Flat topped clusters of reddish purple flowers cover the plant in later spring to summer. Grows best in full sun and well drained soils. Removed spent flowers to encourage additional bloom. Good resistance to powdery mildew. Type: Shrub Origins: Japan Height: 2' 3' Spread: