Rainbow Fizz™ Spirea

Name: Rainbow Fizz™ Spirea
Brand: Bloomin' Easy
SKU: 21870
Price: 59.77 USD
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Spiraea japonica 'Matgold'

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Planting & Care

Where to Plant

Sunlight: Give this Spirea at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily to maintain its vibrant copper, yellow, and red foliage. While it can survive in partial shade, the "rainbow" colors will fade to a basic green and you will see significantly fewer flowers.
Soil: This shrub is adaptable but thrives in well-drained soil that doesn't stay soggy after a rain. If you are working with heavy clay, mix in compost or pine bark to improve drainage and air circulation around the roots.

Watering Requirements

Keep the soil consistently moist during the first growing season to help the root system establish, checking it twice a week. Once established, Rainbow Fizz™ is moderately drought tolerant, though inconsistent watering can lead to leaf scorch and a shorter bloom time.

Pruning Tips

Because this variety blooms on new wood, you should prune it in early spring before new growth begins to emerge. Feel free to shear the plant back by about one-third to improve the shape and encourage vigorous new stems that will hold the flowers. You can also snip off faded flowers in summer to encourage a second flush of blooms later in the season.

Fertilizer Needs

Apply a balanced, slow-release shrub fertilizer in early spring just as green leaves start to appear. Avoid fertilizing after mid-summer, as this pushes soft, new growth that won't have time to harden off before the first frost.

Delivery and Shipping

Preorder Shipping Schedule

We ship your plants when it's safe to transport them to your zone. Dates are estimated and subject to weather delays.

Zone 3-4	Week of March 30th
Zone 5	Week of March 16th
Zone 6-12	Week of March 2nd

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Sparkling and effervescent, the vivid Rainbow Fizz™ Spirea (Spiraea japonica ‘Matgold’) is a fruity little specimen that’s cold-hardy and as sweet as can be! Get ready to be amazed at the everchanging rainbow of colors this little number displays throughout the growing season!

Spring bursts onto the scene with reddish-pink new growth that matures to brilliant lime green! The oval foliage has a delightful toothy edge and is accented by reddish-pink stems! Late spring brings reddish-pink buds that open into fizzy, refreshingly juicy-looking, hot pink flower clusters! These summer blooms are sure to quench the thirst of you and your pollinators!

Easy to grow, Spirea forms a compact and naturally rounded shrub, the blooms smother the entire plant all summer and even into autumn! Fall brings the last color show when those light green leaves become an incredible coppery-red!

Planting and Application:

Rainbow Fizz™ can reach about 3-4 feet tall in height and width. These lovely roundy-moundy bushes lend a playful effect to borders when spaced evenly. Add candy-like colors to children’s gardens, and eye-popping color to mixed-shrub plantings! It’s also incredible eye-candy for Pollinator Garden, while sure to add fresh bright color to modern Cottage gardens as a juicy backdrop plant or specimen

Spirea are fantastic as low privacy and screening shrubs. Plant groupings or use as foundation plants for major curb appeal. We’re sure no one will miss the turn to your house with a row of these planted along the front of your property! Accent your front door plantings with a burst of lime and cherry soda-colored whimsy!

Bright Reddish-Pink New Growth & Stems
Reddish-Pink Buds & Hot Pink Flower Clusters
Major Pollinator Attractor!
Lime-Green Foliage & Coppery-Red Fall Color
Naturally Rounded Deciduous Shrub

#ProPlantTips for Care:

Spirea bushes do amazing in full sun, so situate yours in at least 6 hours of direct sunlight a day. Easy going on other care needs, just provide annual fertilizer, and a moderate, yet consistently moist soil location. Prune in late winter/very early spring, and provide a post-bloom shearing if desired to remove dead blooms and encourage a second flush of flowers.

Full Sun
Adatable Well-Drained Enriched Soil
Moderate Consistent Moisture
Low Maintenance
Very Cold Hardy

Rainbow Fizz™ Spirea is the soda-fountain color-inspired highlight of your new garden landscape! Do a garden refresh this year by adding this and other eye-catching plants and flowers to your world! Available now at NatureHills.com!

Botanical Name

Spiraea japonica 'Matgold'
Class
- Magnoliopsida
Species

japonica
Cultivar

Matgold
Growing Zones

3-8
Height

3-4 ft
Width

3-4 ft
Sunlight
- Full sun
Growth Rate

Moderate
Flower Color
- Pink
Leaf Color
- Yellow
- Orange
- Red
- Green
Fall Color

Red
Fragrant

Yes
Bloom Period

Late Spring, Early Summer, Late Summer
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AK, HI, ID, MT, PR

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the mature size and height of Rainbow Fizz™ Spirea?

Rainbow Fizz™ Spirea reaches 3-4 feet tall and wide at maturity, forming a naturally rounded, compact shrub. This deciduous spirea maintains its neat, mounded shape without much pruning. Plant with adequate spacing to accommodate its full spread.

How drought-tolerant is Rainbow Fizz™ Spirea once established?

Rainbow Fizz™ Spirea develops good drought tolerance once established, typically after the first growing season. This hardy shrub requires minimal water maintenance once its root system is developed. Water regularly the first year, then reduce frequency - available at naturehills.com.

When and how should I prune Rainbow Fizz™ Spirea to keep it tidy?

Prune Rainbow Fizz™ Spirea immediately after flowering in late summer to avoid removing next year's buds. Since it naturally forms a compact 3-4 foot rounded shape, focus on removing spent blooms and any dead or crossing branches. Light shaping cuts will maintain its tidy appearance without sacrificing the colorful spring growth.

Does Rainbow Fizz™ Spirea have any disease resistance, like to verticillium wilt?

Spirea japonica varieties like Rainbow Fizz™ are generally resistant to most common diseases, including verticillium wilt, making them reliable low-maintenance shrubs. Their biggest threat is typically powdery mildew in humid conditions with poor air circulation. Plant in full sun with good spacing to promote air flow and prevent fungal issues.

What fertilizer should I use for Rainbow Fizz™ Spirea, and when?

Rainbow Fizz™ Spirea thrives with a balanced 10-10-10 fertilizer applied in early spring before new growth emerges. Feed once annually in March or April for best results. This low-maintenance shrub available at naturehills.com rarely needs additional feeding once established.

How is Rainbow Fizz™ Spirea shipped, and what size are the plants (e.g., 2-gallon pots)?

Rainbow Fizz™ Spirea ships as nursery-grown plants ready for immediate planting in your garden. The compact shrubs will mature to 3-4 feet tall and wide, forming naturally rounded specimens. Plant in full sun with at least 6 hours of direct sunlight for best flowering and foliage color.

What is the expected foliage color change throughout the seasons for Rainbow Fizz™ Spirea?

Rainbow Fizz™ Spirea displays reddish-pink new growth in spring that matures to bright lime green through summer, then transforms to coppery-red in fall. The colorful stems remain reddish-pink throughout the season. Plant in full sun for the most vibrant color transitions.