Dart Spirea (Spiraea x bumalda 'Dart's Red') Unavailable

Dart Spirea

Spiraea x bumalda 'Dart's Red'

Spirea

Currently unavailable

Deciduous, rounded shrub with reddish new foliage that matures to green before turning to red again in the fall. Red flowers appear in late spring and decorate the green leaves. A branch sport of 'Anthony Waterer'.

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Plant facts

Mature height3'
Mature spread5'
Growth rateModerate
SunFull Sun (6+ hours)
WaterModerate
USDA hardiness zone3
Flower colorRed shades
Foliage colorGreen

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Quick answers

How big does Dart Spirea get?

About 3' tall and 5' wide at maturity.

How much sun does Dart Spirea need?

Full Sun (6+ hours).

How much water does Dart Spirea need?

Moderate water use.

Will Dart Spirea grow in Utah and the Intermountain West?

It is rated hardy to USDA zone 3, so it suits sites in zone 3 or warmer, which covers most of the region. The Salt Lake Valley floor is mostly zone 7; benches, mountain valleys and high plains in Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado and Wyoming are colder, often zones 3–6, so check the zone for your site.

Is Dart Spirea deer resistant?

Yes, deer usually leave it alone.

Where can I buy Dart Spirea in Utah?

Progressive Plants in Copperton, Utah carries it, but it is not available right now. You can join the waitlist to hear when it's back.

Can landscape contractors buy Dart Spirea wholesale?

Yes. Landscape contractors and architects with a Progressive Plants wholesale account get trade pricing, bulk ordering and shipping across Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado, Wyoming and Nevada on our own trucks or by freight ($1,500 minimum outside our local delivery area). Apply at progressiveplants.com/wholesaleapp.html or call 801-565-7333.

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