Spirea - Magic Carpet - #2

Spirea - Magic Carpet is a stunning addition to any garden, offering vibrant foliage color and compact growth ideal for landscape borders and decorative beds. This hardy spirea showcases brilliant golden leaves that turn fiery orange and red in autumn, making it a top choice for gardeners seeking low-maintenance, colorful shrubs. Magic Carpet spirea is valued for its continuous flush of pink flower clusters throughout summer, providing visual interest and attracting pollinators. Its compact form and dense habit make it perfect for mass plantings, edging, or container gardening, while its adaptability to various soil types ensures reliable performance in diverse garden settings. With excellent disease resistance and minimal pruning needs, Spirea - Magic Carpet is a favorite for both novice and experienced gardeners looking to add year-round color and texture to their outdoor spaces.

Key Features

• Brilliant golden foliage with striking orange-red autumn color.
• Compact, dense growth habit ideal for borders and small gardens.
• Produces abundant pink flower clusters from late spring through summer.
• Attracts bees and butterflies, supporting pollinator-friendly gardens.
• Highly adaptable to different soil types and urban conditions.
• Low-maintenance shrub with excellent disease resistance.

Plant Care Instructions

1. Light Requirements:
   Prefers full sun for at least 6 hours daily, but will tolerate partial shade with slightly reduced flowering.
2. Watering:
   Water regularly during the first growing season to establish a deep root system. Thereafter, water when the top inch of soil feels dry. Avoid overwatering.
3. Soil Type:
   Thrives in well-draining loamy or sandy soil. Amend heavy clay soils with organic matter to enhance drainage.
4. Temperature & Hardiness Zone:
   Hardy to Zone 3b; tolerant of temperatures down to -34°C. Protect from harsh winter winds when possible.
5. Fertilizer:
   Feed in early spring with a balanced slow-release fertilizer. Additional feeding is not usually required.
6. Pruning & Maintenance:
   Prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape and encourage new growth. Remove any dead or damaged wood in early spring.
7. Special Notes:
   No special overwintering needs; mulch around the base in fall to conserve soil moisture and protect roots.