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Magic Carpet Spirea

Golden Colorful Foliage
Compact Mounded Habit
Pink Summer Blooms

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Magic Carpet 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.

Magic Carpet Spirea

Magic Carpet Spirea is a compact deciduous shrub prized for orange-red new growth, glowing golden foliage, and pink summer flower clusters. Its low mounded shape makes it excellent for foundation beds, borders, edging, containers, low hedges, and mass plantings.

Why choose Magic Carpet Spirea?

Choose Magic Carpet Spirea for season-long foliage color in an easy, space-saving shrub. New leaves emerge with warm orange-red tones before maturing to bright gold and chartreuse, giving the plant color even before the flowers appear. Pink bloom clusters add a soft summer accent, while the compact form fits beautifully along walkways, patios, and front-of-border plantings. It is a versatile choice for gardeners who want reliable color, tidy structure, and simple care in sunny beds.

Key Characteristics

Botanical Name: Spiraea japonica ‘Walbuma’
Common Name: Magic Carpet Spirea
Plant Type: Deciduous shrub
Growth Habit: Compact, low, mounded shrub

Magic Carpet Spirea Additional Information

Magic Carpet Spirea offers a lively color show from spring through fall. Fresh spring growth often appears orange-red to coppery, then brightens to golden yellow and chartreuse as the season progresses. In late spring to summer, clusters of small pink flowers appear above the foliage, adding extra color and pollinator appeal. The plant’s compact habit makes it especially useful where larger shrubs would feel too bulky.

This spirea is deciduous, dropping its leaves in winter and returning with colorful new growth in spring. It typically matures around 18 to 24 inches tall and 2 to 3 feet wide, depending on site conditions and pruning. Use it in low hedges, foundation edges, mixed borders, mass plantings, cottage gardens, rock gardens, and large containers. Since it flowers on new wood, pruning in late winter or early spring helps refresh the plant and maintain its dense, rounded form.

Planting & Care

1. Planting: Plant Magic Carpet Spirea in full sun to partial shade with well-drained garden soil. Full sun usually produces the richest foliage color and strongest bloom display. Set the root ball level with the surrounding soil and water thoroughly after planting.

2. Watering: Keep soil evenly moist during the first growing season while roots establish. Once established, water during extended dry periods, especially in hot sunny sites, containers, or light soils that drain quickly.

3. Mulching: Apply a 2 to 3 inch layer of mulch around the root zone, keeping it slightly away from the stems. Mulch helps conserve moisture, reduce weeds, and keep the planting bed looking clean.

4. Pruning: Prune in late winter or early spring before new growth begins to maintain a compact shape. Light trimming after the first bloom can tidy the foliage and encourage a fresh flush of growth.

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FAQs

How big does Magic Carpet Spirea get?
Magic Carpet Spirea typically grows about 18 to 24 inches tall and 2 to 3 feet wide, making it a great fit for edging, low hedges, foundation beds, and compact borders.
What color is Magic Carpet Spirea foliage?
The foliage emerges orange-red to coppery in spring, then matures to golden yellow and chartreuse through the growing season, especially when planted in a sunny location.
When does Magic Carpet Spirea bloom?
Magic Carpet Spirea blooms in late spring to summer with clusters of pink flowers. A light trim after flowering can help keep the plant neat and encourage fresh growth.

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Lush Foliage
Full Sun
Flowering

Mature Height	Medium: Up to 4 ft
Mature Spread	0-5 ft
Growth Rate	Fast, Moderate
Botanical Name	Spiraea japonica 'Walbuma'
Bloom Time	Late Spring, Early Summer
Deer Resistant	Usually
Family	Rosaceae
Flower Color	Pink
Hardiness Zones	3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
Light Needs	Full Sun
Maintenance	Low
Size	#3 Container

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Growing Zones 4-9 Outdoors

(Hardy down to -30)

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