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Double Play Candy Corn Spirea

Brilliant color-changing foliage: New growth emerges candy-apple red, matures to yellow, and develops orange tones throughout the season
Compact and tidy size: Perfect for small spaces, edging, and containers
Low maintenance: Requires little care once established
Season-long interest: Combines colorful foliage with soft summer blooms
Pollinator friendly: Flowers attract bees and butterflies

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Double Play Candy Corn Spirea

Sunlight
Can grow in a range from full sun to partial shade. They need at least six hours of direct, unfiltered sunlight per day.
Watering
Regular watering schedule for the first six months. Once established, rainwater should be sufficient.
Fertilizing
Should not need any extra fertilizer unless your entire lawn and garden have problems and needs regular fertilizing.

Double Play Candy Corn Spirea

Double Play Candy Corn Spirea is a colorful deciduous shrub prized for its vibrant foliage that transitions from red-orange to yellow and green, along with clusters of pink flowers in late spring and summer. Its compact size and season-long color make it a standout addition to borders, foundation beds, and mixed landscape plantings.

Why choose Double Play Candy Corn Spirea?

Double Play Candy Corn Spirea delivers exceptional foliage color from spring through fall, offering a dynamic display that changes throughout the growing season. New growth emerges brilliant red and orange before maturing to shades of yellow and green, creating a striking multicolored effect. Soft pink flower clusters add another layer of seasonal appeal while attracting pollinators. Its naturally tidy form, manageable size, and low-maintenance nature make it an excellent choice for gardeners seeking reliable color without constant pruning or upkeep.

Key Characteristics

Botanical Name: Spiraea japonica ‘NCSX1’
Common Name: Double Play Candy Corn Spirea
Plant Type: Deciduous flowering shrub
Growth Habit: Compact, mounded shrub

Double Play Candy Corn Spirea Additional Information

Double Play Candy Corn Spirea is grown primarily for its remarkable color-changing foliage, which provides visual interest from spring until frost. Fresh growth emerges in shades of red, orange, and gold, gradually blending into bright yellow and green as the season progresses. During late spring and early summer, clusters of vibrant pink blooms appear above the foliage, drawing butterflies and beneficial pollinators to the garden.

As a deciduous shrub, it sheds its leaves in autumn after displaying warm seasonal color. This compact spirea fits easily into foundation plantings, perennial borders, mass plantings, and small-space landscapes. Its naturally rounded shape requires little maintenance, making it a practical choice for both experienced gardeners and beginners. Occasional trimming after flowering can encourage a neat appearance and fresh new growth. With its long season of changing color and dependable flowering, Double Play Candy Corn Spirea brings continuous interest to the landscape.

Planting & Care

1. Planting: Plant in full sun to light shade in well-drained soil. Allow enough space for mature growth so the plant can maintain its attractive mounded form.

2. Watering: Water consistently during the first growing season to establish a healthy root system. Established plants benefit from supplemental watering during prolonged dry periods.

3. Pruning: Prune in late winter or early spring to maintain shape and encourage vigorous new growth. Light trimming after flowering may promote a tidy appearance.

4. Mulching: Apply organic mulch around the base to conserve moisture, suppress weeds, and help moderate soil temperatures throughout the season.

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FAQs

What makes Double Play Candy Corn Spirea different from other spireas?
Its unique foliage color progression from red-orange to gold and green creates season-long interest beyond its flowering period.
When does Double Play Candy Corn Spirea bloom?
Clusters of bright pink flowers typically appear in late spring to early summer and provide additional seasonal color.
Does Double Play Candy Corn Spirea need full sun?
It performs best in full sun, which helps produce the most vibrant foliage colors and abundant flowering.

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Lush Foliage
Full Sun
Flowering

Mature Height	Small: Up to 2 ft
Mature Spread	0-5 ft
Growth Rate	Fast
Botanical Name	Spiraea japonica 'NCSX1'
Bloom Time	Late Spring, Early Summer
Deer Resistant	Usually
Family	Rosaceae
Flower Color	Blue/Purple
Hardiness Zones	4, 5, 6, 7
Light Needs	Full Sun, Partial Sun
Maintenance	Low
Size	#3 Container

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Growing Zones 4-8 Outdoors

(Hardy down to -30)

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