FLAT-TOPPED FLOWERS PERFECT FOR HUNGRY BUTTERFLIES
FEATURES:
- In the spring, fresh growth emerges a dark red color
- The summer foliage includes blue green colors
- Fall color is a deep burgundy color
- Flat flowers make it perfect for butterflies
- Dense and upright form
- Has plenty of ornamental features
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Hand Selected, Fresh from the Grower
- Ships in a plant-safe designed box
Photo Credit: ©Nova-Photo-Graphik GmbH® Anthony Waterer Spirea
Growth Facts
- Hardiness Zone: 4-8
- Mature Height: 2-3' tall
- Mature Width: 2-4' wide
- Exposure: Full Sun/Part Shade
- Spacing: 1-2' apart
Anthony Waterer Spirea
Bower & Branch Trees and Plants
Spiraea japonica 'Anthony Waterer'
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FLAT-TOPPED FLOWERS PERFECT FOR HUNGRY BUTTERFLIES
FEATURES:
- In the spring, fresh growth emerges a dark red color
- The summer foliage includes blue green colors
- Fall color is a deep burgundy color
- Flat flowers make it perfect for butterflies
- Dense and upright form
- Has plenty of ornamental features
-
Hand Selected, Fresh from the Grower
- Ships in a plant-safe designed box
Photo Credit: ©Nova-Photo-Graphik GmbH® Anthony Waterer Spirea
Growth Facts
- Hardiness Zone: 4-8
- Mature Height: 2-3' tall
- Mature Width: 2-4' wide
- Exposure: Full Sun/Part Shade
- Spacing: 1-2' apart
Why plant Anthony Waterer Spirea?
With clouds of fuchsia blooms, the Anthony Waterer Spirea keeps the class in your backyard. In the spring, foliage is a deep dark red color that will mature to a cooling blue-green color in the summer. The fall season show includes burgundy and reds that are easily breathtaking. You might love this plant, but the butterflies will love it even more! The flat-flower makes it easy for butterflies to land and get a quick snack!
How to use Anthony Waterer Spirea in the landscape?
Mr. Anthony will look good pretty much anywhere you put him! He’s perfect for adding color to any foundation planting. This plant's height is perfect for shorter hedges or as garden filler for those empty spots. Have fun with these guys! Plant them in different patterns for a more elaborate look in your backyard.
Planting Zones
Hardiness Zone: 4-8
How To Plant Anthony Waterer Spirea
Mr. Anthony isn’t picky, he's rather versatile and adaptive to most soil types. When it comes to planting him, it's pretty easy! Well-draining, slight moisture, and average soil types are the way to go. With access to perfect sun exposure, you can expect the best results for your blooms.
How To Water
Unlike other Spireas, the Anthony Waterer Spirea will need consistent water on a regular basis.
How To Fertilize
Fertilizer your Waterer Spirea in the late fall, after the leaves drop or in the early spring right before buds make their way out! We recommend using our Elements Starter Plant Food for that annual boost of growth.
How To Prune
Mr. Anthony Waterer Spirea does not need much pruning, he knows how to keep himself looking good! For some annual pruning, you’ll want to cut back branches about halfway in the late winter or early spring. This fella blooms on new wood, so this kind of pruning encourages lots of fresh new flowers.
