Double Play® Pink Spirea

Light Needs

Part Sun to Full Sun

(5+ Hours Direct Sun)

Mature Height

2-3 Feet

Mature Spread

2-3 Feet

Growing Zones

3 to 8

The Double Play Pink Spirea is loved for its foliage and its flowers! The foliage begins as a deep red in the spring and turns to a dark green by late spring. It has bold pink blooms that pair perfectly with the foliage. It will bring your garden to life by attracting pollinators. It is deer resistant, tough, and easy to care for.

The foliage of the Double Play Pink Spirea has a show all its own. Beginning in the early spring it appears bright red and turning deep green by bloom season. The flowers bloom in late spring and are a stunning pink. The growth habit of this Spirea is mounded and dense. The Double Play Pink Spirea is the perfect addition to any landscape. It can be used for planting as a border plant, does well in mass planting, and makes a beautiful focal point.

Double Play Pink Spirea Care

The Double Play Pink Spirea is low maintenance. It requires to be planted in full sun, ensuring it receives, at minimum 6 hours of sun per day. It has average water needs and needs moist well drained soil. This Spirea is adaptable and will thrive in most soils and those with varying PH levels. Slow release fertilizer should be applied in the spring. Prune the Double Play Pink Spirea after flowering each year to encourage new growth.

Pruning Double Play Pink Spirea should be done in late winter or early spring. Cut off the branches selectively to shape it and improve the foliage density. Cut right above the bud facing. Never cut back more than a third of the branch. Trim dead or sick branches at any time of the year to improve the health and look of the shrub.

Double Play Pink Spirea Spacing

Due to its dense and mounded habit, be sure to space your Double Play Pink Spirea at minimum 24 inches apart, center on center. This is particularly important when the plant is used in border and mass planting. This spacing is to ensure the health of the plant and to prevent crowding.

 

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Variety	Flowers	Foliage	Mature Size	Why Choose It
Double Play® Candy Corn® Spirea	Dark purple	Candy-apple red new growth turns pineapple yellow; orange-red growth continues	1.5–2' H × 1.5–2.5' W	Most dramatic multicolor foliage
Double Play® Gold Spirea	Pure pink	Bright golden-yellow	1.5–2' H × 1.5–2' W	Compact gold foliage with bright pink flowers
Double Play® Dolly™ Spirea	Pink-purple	Orange-red new growth matures chartreuse-yellow	1.5–2.5' H × 1.5–2.5' W	Electric flower and foliage color in a small habit
Double Play® Princess™ Spirea	Deep pink	Fresh bright green	2–3' H × 2–3' W	Dense rounded habit with abundant deep pink flowers
Double Play® Artisan® Spirea	Fuchsia pink	Red spring growth matures green	2–2.5' H × 2–2.5' W	Compact mound with red spring foliage and fuchsia blooms
Double Play® Big Bang Spirea	Pure pink	Orange new growth matures yellow	2–3' H × 2–3' W	Extra-large pink flowers plus colorful foliage
Double Play® Blue Kazoo® Spirea	White	Blue-green with red, pink & purple tones in new growth	2–3' H × 2–3' W	Only white-flowered choice with cool blue foliage
Double Play® Red Spirea	Crimson pink-red	Dark burgundy-purple spring growth matures green	2–3' H × 2–3' W	Closest-to-red flowers in the series
Double Play® Painted Lady® Spirea	Hot pink	Green, yellow & cream variegation	2–3' H × 2–3' W	Only variegated selection in the group
Double Play® Pink Spirea	Intense pink	Dark red spring growth matures rich green	2–3' H × 2–3' W	Deep pink flowers with contrasting red spring growth
Double Play® Doozie Spirea	Double Play® Pink Spirea Plant Facts Growing Conditions Hardiness ZonesGrowing Zones USDA Zones 3 to 8 (perennial); grown as an annual elsewhere (outdoors year-round); grown indoors elsewhere (outdoors year-round); grown in containers elsewhere (grown as a seasonal crop) Sun Exposure Part Sun to Full Sun (5+ Hours Direct Sun) Mature Height 2-3 Feet Mature Spread 2-3 Feet Growth Habit , Mounded, Dwarf Water Needs Average Flowers & Foliage Flower Colors , Pink Flower Description Pink Bloom Time Late Spring Blooms On New Wood ? "Blooms on" tells you which stems produce flowers, which decides when it's safe to prune. New Wood: Flowers form on stems that grow this season. Prune in late winter or early spring without losing blooms. Old Wood: Flower buds form on last year's stems. Prune right after flowering. Pruning in fall or early spring removes next year's blooms. Both New and Old Wood: Blooms on last year's stems and again on new growth, so it flowers even after a hard winter or a mistimed pruning. Prune lightly after the first flush of blooms. When to Prune Late winter to early spring, before new growth starts Foliage Color , Green Foliage Description Green/Red Foliage Type , Deciduous Seasonal Interest , Spring Flowering, Fall Interest, 3 Season Interest Garden Benefits AttractsBees Butterflies Hummingbirds ResistsDeer Tolerates SafetyPet Safe Kid Safe FeaturesAttracts Pollinators Low Maintenance Flowering Great ForBorders Mass Planting Wildlife Gardens Container RoleFiller Plant Overview Common Name Double Play® Pink Spirea Botanical Name Spiraea japonica 'SMNSJMFP' USPP 26,995 Brand Proven Winners Plant Type Deciduous Simple Plant Spacing Calculator Planting Shape Rectangle Circle Known Area Length (ft) Width (ft) Diameter (ft) Or enter radius below Radius (ft) Known Area (sq ft) Plant Spacing On-Center (in) Pattern Square (grid) Triangular (staggered) Fill edge gaps (max plants) Enter area to see results. Visual Preview Print / Save PDF Powered by SKU: SPIDP Container Sizes Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors. Quart Pot Also Known As: Quart Plant Age: ~ 6 months - 1 year Plant Size: ~ 4"-8" Pot Size: ~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W Volume: 1.50 quarts 2.5 Quart Also Known As: 2.5 Quart Pot Plant Age: ~ 1 - 2 years old Plant Size: ~ 8"-12" Pot Size: ~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W Volume: 2.20-2.30 quarts #1 Pot Also Known As: #1 Container 1 Gallon Plant Age: ~ 1 - 2 years old Plant Size: ~ 10"-14" Pot Size: ~ 7"H x 7.75"W Volume: 2.26-3.73 quarts #2 Pot Also Known As: #2 Container 2 Gallon Plant Age: ~ 1.5 - 3 years old Plant Size: ~ 12"-18" Pot Size: ~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W Volume: 1.19-1.76 gallons #3 Pot Also Known As: #3 Container 3 Gallon Plant Age: ~ 2 - 4 years old Plant Size: ~ 12"-30" Pot Size: ~9.5"H x 11"W Volume: 2.32-2.76 gallons #5 Pot Also Known As: #5 Container 5 Gallon Plant Age: ~3-4 years old Plant Size: ~ 20" - 60" Pot Size: ~11" H x 10 1/2” W Volume: 3.5 - 4 gallons Learn more about container sizes. Best in Class Warranty We stand behind our plants with industry-leading guarantees to give you peace of mind. Arrival Guarantee We want your plants to arrive in great condition! If you notice any issues upon delivery, contact us within 3 days. Free 1-Year Plant Warranty Starting January 1, 2026 all bushes, perennials & trees purchased come with an extended 1-year warranty for added confidence. If your plant dies due to a health issue within a year, we’ll make it right. Learn more about our warranty Plants Shipping Now Plants that are currently in stock typically ship within 2-7 business days after your order is placed. Shipping Destinations Plant Addicts ships to the lower 48 states within the U.S. Unfortunately, we do not currently ship to Alaska, Hawaii, or internationally. This plant cannot be shipped to the following states: AK, HI. These restrictions apply only to this specific plant due to agricultural regulations or other limitations. Other plants may still be available for shipping to these states. If you have any questions about shipping restrictions, feel free to reach out to our team! Close × Double Play® Pink Spirea Related Categories ❮ ❯ Close × ! OK Cancel