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Spiraea japonica 'Anthony Waterer'

Anthony Waterer Pink Spirea

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme        Photographer: Connon Nursery

 

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.

 

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:

In shrub areas, convert from spray sprinklers to bubbler or drip systems that apply water directly to roots.

Occasionally check the soil's moisture level around shrubs before and after watering to determine if watering times are appropriate.