A dwarf compact shrub with rich orange-red young leaves, turning to a bright orange-yellow and finally to pale green. Clusters of deep rose-pink flowers from mid to late summer. Max Height 50cm. Max Spread 50cm. Flowers July to August. Full sun. Hardy. Back-fill with soil mixed with peat substitute and a suitable fertiliser.
Spiraea japonica ‘Fire Light’
A dwarf compact shrub with rich orange-red young leaves, turning to a bright orange-yellow and finally to pale green. Clusters of deep rose-pink flowers from mid to late summer.
Additional information
| Generic | Spiraea |
|---|---|
| Species | japonica |
| Varietry | 'Fire Light' |
| Common Name | |
| Flower Colour | red, pink |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Deciduous |
| Height | 50cm |
| Family | Rosaceae |
| Spread | 50cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Arching |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | orange, red, green |
| Flowers From | July, August |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Back-fill with soil mixed with peat substitute and a suitable fertiliser |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Border |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | |
| Maintenance | |
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