Flower color is a deeper pink-purple than other similar spireas, and while it ages lighter it doesn't turn as insipid.
I ...Read Moredon't know why the promotional material doesn't mention that, if you shear the flowers off when the first bloom flush slows, you'll get a full rebloom later in the summer. That's been our experience over several years.
New foliage is red/purple, maturing to mid-green. Mildew resistant.
Spireas are generally considered deer-resistant.
US PP 21,712 Unauthorized propagation prohibited.
The cultivar name is 'Galen'. The trade name "Double Play" is trademarked and privately owned.
Flower color is a deeper pink-purple than other similar spireas, and while it ages lighter it doesn't turn as insipid.
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Purply red foliage early. I bought one this week to go in a very well drained bed where another Japanese Spirea has done well for me.