About Anthony Waterer Spirea
Anthony Waterer Spirea (Spiraea japonica ‘Anthony Waterer’) is a compact deciduous flowering shrub valued for its bright pink to crimson-pink flower clusters, manageable size, and colorful new foliage.
It forms a rounded, mounded shrub that works well in foundation beds, flowering borders, mass plantings, and mixed residential or commercial landscapes.
One of its more distinctive features is the foliage. New growth can emerge with reddish or bronze tones before maturing to green, giving the plant visual interest even outside its main bloom period.
Outdoor Warehouse Supply stocks Anthony Waterer Spirea in 3-gallon containers year-round.
| Plant Details | Specifications |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Anthony Waterer Spirea |
| Botanical Name | Spiraea japonica ‘Anthony Waterer’ |
| Plant Type | Deciduous flowering shrub |
| Stocked Size | 3 Gallon |
| Availability | Stocked year-round |
| USDA Hardiness Zones | Generally Zones 4–8 |
| Typical Mature Height | Approximately 2–3 feet |
| Typical Mature Spread | Approximately 3–4 feet |
| Spacing | Typically 3–4 feet apart |
| Growth Habit | Rounded, mounded, dense |
| Sun Exposure | Full sun to partial shade |
| Water Requirements | Moderate during establishment; moderate once established |
| Soil Preference | Moist, well-drained soil; adaptable to a range of soils |
| Flower Color | Bright pink to crimson-pink |
| Bloom Season | Late spring into summer, with possible repeat flowering |
| Foliage | Green with reddish or bronze new growth |
| Common Uses | Foundation beds, borders, mass plantings, flowering shrub beds, and mixed landscapes |
Plant size, bloom timing, foliage color, and overall performance vary with climate, pruning, sunlight, irrigation, and soil conditions.
Common Names Associated with Anthony Waterer Spirea
This plant is commonly known as:
- Anthony Waterer Spirea
- Anthony Waterer Japanese Spirea
- Japanese Spirea ‘Anthony Waterer’
Its botanical name is Spiraea japonica ‘Anthony Waterer’.
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Growth Habit & Mature Size
Anthony Waterer Spirea develops a dense, rounded mound that typically reaches approximately 2–3 feet tall and 3–4 feet wide.
Its relatively compact size makes it useful in areas where customers want a flowering shrub without the scale of a large hedge plant.
The plant works especially well beneath windows, along foundations, in repeating borders, and within mixed shrub and perennial beds.
Plant Spacing & Common Planting Patterns
Spacing plants approximately 3–4 feet apart provides room for mature spread.
Closer spacing may create a denser mass planting, while wider spacing allows individual shrubs to maintain more visible separation.
Common planting uses include:
- Foundation beds
- Flowering borders
- Mass plantings
- Entry landscapes
- Mixed perennial and shrub beds
- Commercial landscape beds
- Cottage-style gardens
- Low informal hedges
Sun, Soil & Water Requirements
Anthony Waterer Spirea performs best in full sun, where flowering is generally strongest and growth stays more compact.
It can tolerate partial shade, although reduced sunlight may result in fewer flowers.
The plant adapts to a range of soils but performs best in moist, well-drained conditions.
Newly installed plants require regular watering while establishing. Once established, they are moderately drought tolerant but still benefit from irrigation during extended periods of hot, dry weather.
Is Anthony Waterer Spirea Evergreen or Deciduous?
Anthony Waterer Spirea is deciduous.
It loses its foliage during winter and produces fresh growth again in spring.
Because it is deciduous, it should not be selected where customers require year-round evergreen screening.
Its seasonal cycle is part of its ornamental appeal, with new foliage emerging in spring followed by colorful flowers later in the season.
Growth Rate & Lifespan
Anthony Waterer Spirea generally has a moderate growth rate.
With proper sunlight, drainage, irrigation, and pruning, it can remain a dependable flowering shrub in the landscape for many years.
Periodic rejuvenation pruning can help maintain a fuller appearance as plants mature.
Flowering & Seasonal Interest
Anthony Waterer Spirea is best known for its bright pink to crimson-pink flower clusters.
Blooming typically begins in late spring and can continue into summer.
Removing spent flower heads may encourage additional flowering and keep the shrub looking cleaner through the growing season.
The plant also provides spring interest through reddish or bronze new foliage that gradually matures to green.
Pruning Anthony Waterer Spirea
Pruning is generally straightforward.
Because Japanese Spirea flowers on new growth, plants can be pruned back in late winter or early spring before active growth begins.
Light trimming after flowering can also help maintain shape and encourage additional bloom.
Overgrown plants may benefit from more substantial rejuvenation pruning.
Pros & Cons of Anthony Waterer Spirea
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| Bright pink to crimson-pink flowers | Deciduous and bare during winter |
| Compact, manageable mature size | Flowering is reduced in too much shade |
| Colorful reddish new foliage | Benefits from periodic pruning |
| Works well in mass plantings | Can look untidy if spent blooms are never removed |
| Adaptable to many landscape settings | Needs regular water during establishment |
| Good fit for foundation beds and borders | Not suitable for year-round privacy |
| Stocked year-round in 3-gallon containers | Mature spread can exceed height |
Anthony Waterer Spirea in Dallas–Fort Worth Landscapes
Anthony Waterer Spirea can be a useful flowering shrub for Dallas–Fort Worth landscapes where customers want seasonal color, compact growth, and a softer flowering alternative to evergreen shrubs.
Full sun generally produces the best flowering, although some afternoon protection can be beneficial in especially hot exposures.
Its manageable mature size makes it useful in foundation beds, residential borders, commercial landscape beds, and mass plantings.
Outdoor Warehouse Supply stocks 3-gallon Anthony Waterer Spirea year-round.
Customers can contact our Plano or Lewisville sales staff for current quantities and larger project availability.
Industry Contractor & Wholesale Pricing
Outdoor Warehouse Supply offers industry contractor and wholesale pricing for qualifying landscape professionals, builders, property managers, and commercial customers.
Contractors can source Anthony Waterer Spirea alongside shrubs, trees, annuals, perennials, soils, mulch, decorative rock, and other landscape materials for projects throughout Dallas–Fort Worth and North Texas.
Contact our Plano or Lewisville locations for current inventory and contractor pricing.
Frequently Asked Questions
What size Anthony Waterer Spirea does Outdoor Warehouse Supply carry?
Outdoor Warehouse Supply stocks Anthony Waterer Spirea in 3-gallon containers.
Does Outdoor Warehouse Supply stock Anthony Waterer Spirea year-round?
Yes. Outdoor Warehouse Supply stocks 3-gallon Anthony Waterer Spirea year-round.
Inventory quantities may vary with demand.
How big does Anthony Waterer Spirea get?
It typically reaches approximately 2–3 feet tall and 3–4 feet wide.
What color are Anthony Waterer Spirea flowers?
The flowers are typically bright pink to crimson-pink.
When does Anthony Waterer Spirea bloom?
It commonly blooms from late spring into summer, with possible repeat flowering after trimming.
Does Anthony Waterer Spirea need full sun?
Full sun is preferred for the strongest flowering and compact growth.
It can tolerate partial shade, but flowering may be reduced.
Is Anthony Waterer Spirea evergreen?
No. It is a deciduous shrub and loses its leaves in winter.
How far apart should Anthony Waterer Spirea be planted?
Approximately 3–4 feet apart is a good starting point for most landscape installations.
Should Anthony Waterer Spirea be pruned?
Yes, periodic pruning can help maintain shape and encourage fresh flowering growth.
Late winter or early spring is a common time for more substantial pruning.
Is Anthony Waterer Spirea drought tolerant?
It develops moderate drought tolerance once established, but regular irrigation is important during establishment and prolonged hot weather.
Is Anthony Waterer Spirea good for foundation beds?
Yes. Its compact size and flowering habit make it well suited to foundation beds, borders, and mass plantings.
Does Anthony Waterer Spirea attract pollinators?
Yes. Its flowers can attract bees, butterflies, and other pollinating insects.
