Double Play® Dolly™ Spirea is a striking deciduous shrub prized for its colorful foliage and vibrant blooms. In spring, new growth emerges a rich orange-red, transitioning to a deep green as the season progresses. This contrast creates a dramatic, multi-seasonal display. From late spring into summer, it bursts into vibrant reddish-purple flower clusters that attract pollinators like butterflies and bees. The compact, mounding habit and dense branching give it a tidy, rounded appearance, making it a favorite for foundation plantings, borders, or mass plantings.
- Size: Height: 2–3 ft (60–90 cm). Spread: 2–3 ft (60–90 cm)
- Light: Full sun for best color and flowering (at least 6 hours daily)
- Soil: Well-drained soil; adaptable to a variety of soil types
- Water: Moderate; water regularly until established, then drought-tolerant
- Pruning: Light pruning after flowering to maintain shape and encourage rebloom
- Fertilizer: Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring
- Hardiness: USDA Zones 3–8
- Pests/Disease: Generally pest- and disease-resistant