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09.10.2023 - 16:51 / gardenerspath.com / Tabitha Caswell
How to Grow Magic Carpet Spirea Spiraea japonica ‘Walbuma’
Are you interested in adding a little magic to your garden?
While I can’t offer you a ride through the skies, I can introduce you to Magic Carpet spirea, aka Spiraea japonica ‘Walbuma,’ an ornamental shrub that promises an enchanting journey of its own.
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If you’re ready to enhance your landscape design, read on to learn more about this low maintenance Japanese spirea cultivar.
Here’s a preview of what I’ll be covering in this article:
Now hop on my magic tapestry and let’s explore ‘Walbuma’ together!
What Is Magic Carpet Spirea?Spiraea japonica ‘Walbuma’ is a Japanese spirea cultivar, commonly known as Magic Carpet spirea. As with all spireas, this delightful plant is a member of the Rosaceae family.
TheSpiraea genus is a vast one, hosting at least 80 species and this dainty darling is a cultivar of the Japanese spirea.
Magic Carpet spirea is quite the adaptable plant. It’s hardy in USDA Hardiness Zones 3 to 8, so it can survive in regions where temperatures can drop as low as -40°F.
What makes this plant stand out in the crowd of other Japanese spireas? Unlike some of its taller cousins, the Magic Carpet spirea stays relatively low to the ground, topping out at two feet tall at maturity.
Its bushy, compact, and moderately spreading growth habit is a notable feature. Unlike some of its taller cousins, the Magic Carpet spirea stays relatively low to the ground, topping out at two feet tall.
Reaching a maximum spread of three feet, while maintaining a somewhat rounded shape, this plant is a good choice for borders or for growing as a colorful ground
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