Photo courtesy of Vanbelle

Neon Flash Spirea

Spiraea japonica 'Neon Flash'

  • Flat-topped clusters of bright red flowers
  • Foliage is green, then dark burgundy in the fall
  • Upright, rounded form
  • Bloom Time: Late spring

ZONE:
4

COLOUR:
Red

HEIGHT:
80-100 cm

SPREAD:
80-100 cm

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Growing and Maintenance Tips:


Summer flowering spirea will flower with a good flush in late spring, and sporadically during the summer. To promote a second flush of bloom, remove spent flowers by pinching or light shearing. Pruning for shape should be done in early spring to allow the flower buds to form.

Additional Notes about Neon Flash Spirea:


Described as invasive in the Eastern United States.  Special attention is recommended near sensitive ecosystems and waterways.

Characteristics & Attributes


GROWTH RATE:
Medium
ATTRIBUTES:
Deciduous
Fall Color
FLOWERING TIME:
Summer
Lt. Spr-Sum
Rebloomer
HABIT:
Rounded
FOLIAGE COLOR:
Green
LANDSCAPE USES:
Hedge
Foundation planting