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Common Name: Spirea ‘Plum Carpet’
Latin Name: Spiraea japonica ‘Walberton’s Plum Carpet’
Description: A compact, deciduous shrub with deep plum-purple foliage that holds its colour well through the growing season. In summer, clusters of soft pink flowers appear, creating a gentle contrast against the darker leaves and adding seasonal interest.
Garden Impact: Ideal for adding depth and contrast to borders or containers, especially when paired with lighter or golden foliage plants. Its low, spreading habit makes it perfect for edging or ground cover in contemporary planting schemes.
Light & Water Requirements: Performs best in full sun to maintain its rich foliage colour, in well-drained soil; tolerant of a range of conditions once established.
Size (Fully Grown): Approximately 50–70cm tall and 70–100cm wide, forming a low, spreading mound.
Description
Common Name: Spirea ‘Plum Carpet’
Latin Name: Spiraea japonica ‘Walberton’s Plum Carpet’
Description: A compact, deciduous shrub with deep plum-purple foliage that holds its colour well through the growing season. In summer, clusters of soft pink flowers appear, creating a gentle contrast against the darker leaves and adding seasonal interest.
Garden Impact: Ideal for adding depth and contrast to borders or containers, especially when paired with lighter or golden foliage plants. Its low, spreading habit makes it perfect for edging or ground cover in contemporary planting schemes.
Light & Water Requirements: Performs best in full sun to maintain its rich foliage colour, in well-drained soil; tolerant of a range of conditions once established.
Size (Fully Grown): Approximately 50–70cm tall and 70–100cm wide, forming a low, spreading mound.
