A reliable mounding spiraea bearing flat heads of deep carmine-pink flowers through summer, loved by bees. Hardy and easy, with leaves sometimes flecked cream and good autumn tones.
At a glance
- Plant type: Shrub
- Mature size: 1 m H × 1.2 m W
- Aspect: full sun and part shade or morning sun
- Water: regular, moderate watering
- Frost: hardy
- Maintenance: low maintenance
- Origin: Exotic
About Anthony Waterer Spiraea
Spiraea japonica 'Anthony Waterer' is a moderate-growing shrub in the Rosaceae family. It reaches around 1 m tall and 1.2 m wide at maturity, with deciduous and rich in autumn colour foliage. Pink and red flowers appear in summer.
Where to grow Anthony Waterer Spiraea
Anthony Waterer Spiraea suits cool-temperate and warm-temperate climates and grows best in full sun and part shade or morning sun. It is frost hardy and shrugs off cold winters.
Soil & planting
Anthony Waterer Spiraea does best in free-draining and clay soil. Plant into well-prepared ground, firm the soil around the roots and water deeply to settle it in. For a screen, space plants about 72 cm apart.
Watering & feeding
Anthony Waterer Spiraea does best with regular, moderate watering. Feed as new growth begins, following the rate on a balanced garden fertiliser. Check moisture below the mulch during establishment and water thoroughly when needed rather than following a rigid schedule.
Pruning & care
Prune Anthony Waterer Spiraea after flowering to keep it compact and encourage the next flush of blooms. It clips well, so trim two or three times a year for a formal finish. For most gardens, maintenance is low maintenance.
Using Anthony Waterer Spiraea in the garden
Anthony Waterer Spiraea earns its place for a feature or specimen planting, feeding bees and pollinators and a fast screen or informal hedge.
Companion planting & design
Anthony Waterer Spiraea sits most comfortably beside plants adapted to regular, moderate watering and cool-temperate climate. A small cluster gives stronger visual impact than isolated plants scattered through the garden.
Good to know
It is regarded as non-toxic and pet-safe.
Buying Anthony Waterer Spiraea
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