Spirea - Double Play Doozie - 8''

The Spirea - Double Play Doozie (Spiraea japonica 'NCSX2') is a game-changing flowering shrub that delivers continuous, vibrant red blooms from late spring through fall—without the need for deadheading. Its bright red new foliage matures to a deep green, creating a dramatic contrast against the crimson flower clusters.

Compact, cold-hardy, and deer-resistant, Double Play Doozie is ideal for borders, mass plantings, and foundation beds, offering three-season color and fuss-free maintenance.

Key Features:

Continuous red blooms from late spring to frost.

No deadheading required—flowers keep coming on their own.

Bright red new growth matures to rich green foliage.

Compact, mounded shape—great for borders and modern landscapes.

Deer-resistant, drought-tolerant, and easy to grow.

Hardy in zones 3–8.

Care Instructions:

Sunlight: Prefers full sun for best flowering and foliage color.

Soil: Adaptable to most well-drained soils.

Watering: Water regularly during the first growing season; tolerates dry conditions once established.

Pruning: Prune in early spring to maintain shape and encourage vigorous new growth.

Fertilization: Use a general-purpose shrub fertilizer in spring if needed.

Maintenance: Virtually maintenance-free—no deadheading or frequent pruning required.