Spiraea Merlo Green, 3L
£20.00
notes
The bushy shrub Spiraea japonica Merlo Green earns its keep in the border, offering not only foliage that changes colour with the seasons but also bright pink flowers that attract pollinators. Leaves emerge purple/red in spring before turning darker plum, then during summer they change to green, in time to act as a foil against the clusters of tiny bright pink flowers. Foliage then has one last hurrah, colouring coppery bronze before falling in late autumn.
Dimensions
- 2/3L
- Height and Spread: 80cm (1ft 7in) x 100cm (3ft 3in) in 5-10 years
Features
notes
The bushy shrub Spiraea japonica Merlo Green earns its keep in the border, offering not only foliage that changes colour with the seasons but also bright pink flowers that attract pollinators. Leaves emerge purple/red in spring before turning darker plum, then during summer they change to green, in time to act as a foil against the clusters of tiny bright pink flowers. Foliage then has one last hurrah, colouring coppery bronze before falling in late autumn.
Insights
Great for smaller gardens, and low maintenance, this deciduous shrub is perfect for container growing or positioned in a border.
Details
- Flowers: June - September
- Hardy
Planting
- All soil types
- South, East or West aspect
- Full sun or partial sunlight
Care
- Prefers a sunny position but tolerates partial shade
- Prune immediately after flowering and again in late winter or early spring to maintain shape and encourage new growth
- Deadhead spent flowers to promote repeat blooming
- Drought-tolerant once established and generally pest-free
Glossary
Cottage Garden
