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Spiraea - Magic Carpet
The Spirea 'Magic Carpet', Spirea japonica 'Magic Carpet', is a colorful shrub that fits almost anywhere in the landscape. In spring the leaf shoots emerge vibrant red, maturing into rich bronze to light green red-tipped foliage. Clusters of deep pink flowers cover the plant in early summer. In fall the foliage takes on russet tones that remain colorful well into November. The 18 to 24 inch rounded plants are full and bushy. Full sun brings out the brightest colors. This plant is very drought tolerantand beautiful in the fall. ... more information
Weigela - Pink The Pink Weigela, Weigela florida, is a deciduous shrub that is prized for its showy bell-shaped flowers and spreading, arching growth habit. Leaves are dark green, oval and tapered, to 2. 5 inches long. Dark pink flowers with pale pink-white interiors, to 1 1/4 inches long are produced in corymbs on short lateral twigs on previous years growth in late spring to early summer. Flowers are attractive to hummingbirds. Native to China. Very nice in a mixed shrub border. |
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