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| Saw this at a store for a whopping $54, it is now on the discount rack for $17. This seems to be new since google searches are not yielding many sources. Two nurseries are selling, one online that shows up on google, and the other is Monrovia, which was at the store. "Enjoy colorful foliage and flowers all season with this new variety. New leaves are orange-red, age to bright yellow with orange tips. Big clusters of pink blooms arrive in summer, repeating if spent flowers are clipped. The fall flower heads add nice winter interest if left intact. Easy care shrub for borders or perennial beds." -Monrovia- Anyone able to vouch for the authenticity of this claim, or have any other information to share? At the store, leaves were very bright yellow, but no orange tips. New things sound fun...might just get it anyway and take notes. |
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- Posted by ken_adrian MI z5 (My Page) on Sun, Jun 1, 14 at 11:45
| monrovia is not just a nursery ... making odd claims ... they are the producer .... the wholesaler .... the propagator .. see link based on that price.. i wouldnt be surprised of the plant isnt patented ... and that is why they are the only source you are finding.. a spirea.. is a spirea ... if you got a spot.. go for it ... plus.. its a bargain ... ken |
Here is a link that might be useful: ya... just a small operation ... lol
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- Posted by gardengal48 PNW zone 8 (My Page) on Sun, Jun 1, 14 at 12:30
| Doesn't look much different from Spirea 'Magic Carpet', which has been around for years. And yes, a colorful, easy care, compact plant. |
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| Thanks for the input you two :) I decided to buy it, doesn't look like much now, but i'm happy with it. I always buy cheap.... |
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