Double Play Candy Corn
Spiraea japonica
In growth
JFMAMJJASOND
In bloom
JFMAMJJASOND
Planting Guide
| Spacing | 30 in |
|---|---|
| Planting depth | Crown at soil level |
| Chilling hours | 0 |
| Life expectancy | 10+ years |
| Growth rate | Moderate |
| Planted | 2023 / 2024 |
| Bed | To Be Sorted |
Growing Conditions
| Sun | Partial Shade |
|---|---|
| Water | Average |
| Soil type | Adaptable, well-draining |
| Soil pH | 6.0-7.0 |
| Zones | 4-8 |
| Native status | Non-native |
Appearance
| Type | Shrub |
|---|---|
| Leaf | Lanceolate (Long tapering tip) |
| Foliage colour | Orange, yellow, red |
| Bloom | Purple, Pink |
| Fruit | Follicle |
| Evergreen | Deciduous |
Root System
| System | Fibrous/Adventitious Systems |
|---|---|
| Morphology | Mixed Fine & Coarse |
| Function | Absorptive Roots (Lower Orders) |
| Propagation | Stem cuttings |
Wildlife & Safety
| Attracts | Butterflies, Bees |
|---|---|
| Deer | Deer Resistant |
| Toxicity | Non-toxic |
| Edibility | Inedible |
| Companions | Daylilies, Coreopsis |
Where it came from
| Grower | Proven Winners |
|---|---|
| Bought at | Kulak's Nursery |
Care
Water deeply during first growing season.
Maintenance
Prune after flowering
Cleanup
Cut back slightly in late winter
Notes
Brilliant foliage color progression through the season.