Magic Carpet Spriea

In late spring to early summer flat sprays of small bright pink flowers grace the tips of its branches.

Magic carpet spriea.

Some species of spirea require earlier pruning but the magic carpet cultivar hardy from u s. Department of agriculture zones 4 to 8 is a summer bloomer that needs pruning in early spring. Walbuma commonly sold under the trade name magic carpet was bred by david r. Clusters of small pink flowers contrast with bright gold mature foliage that turns rich russet red in fall.

Walbuma is a compact and spreading shrub with terminal clusters of small bright pink flowers. It is a variety of spirea japonica the species native to japan and china thought this variety sometimes called walbuma spirea is the selection made in england. The luminous foliage turns rich russet red in the fall. This extraordinary combination of colors will brighten and enhance any landscape.

What is magic carpet spirea. Magic carpet spirea is an outstanding landscape plant perfect for foundation plantings and included in patio plantings. Full sun brings out the brightest colors so give it a sunny spot. Once it s established in your yard it becomes drought tolerant.

It was selected from third generation seedlings of self pollinated spiraea japonica goldflame. Magic carpet spirea spiraea japonica walbuma sku 7157. Tristam of walberton nursery in west sussex england.