{"product_id":"spirea","title":"Spirea","description":"Spirea is an exceptionally hardy, low-maintenance deciduous shrub perfect for Southwest Ontario gardens (Zones 4–8). Once established, these drought-tolerant plants thrive in full sun and adapt to most soil types, making them ideal for mass plantings, hedges, or containers.\n\nPlant in early spring or fall in well-draining soil with at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily. Water newly planted shrubs regularly; mature plants need water only when soil dries out. Space 2–15 feet apart depending on variety.\n\nPruning is key to abundant blooms. Summer-blooming varieties (Double Play, Goldflame, Little Princess) bloom on new wood—prune aggressively in late winter while dormant. Spring-blooming types (Bridal Wreath) bloom on old wood—prune right after flowering to preserve next year's buds. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage a second bloom cycle.\n\nSpirea require minimal feeding—apply controlled-release fertilizer in early spring. Add 2–3 inches of mulch to retain moisture and protect roots. Generally pest-resistant, though occasional aphids or spider mites can be managed with water spray or insecticidal soap. For overgrown shrubs, rejuvenate by cutting oldest stems to ground level every 3–4 years.","brand":"Maple Leaf Nursery","offers":[{"title":"Double Play Big Bang PW 2 gal pot","offer_id":45755509145798,"sku":"SPIRDPBB0002","price":34.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Double Play Doozie PW 2 gal pot","offer_id":45755510456518,"sku":"SPIRDPBB0002","price":34.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Goldmound 2 gal pot","offer_id":45755510489286,"sku":"SPIRGOMO0002","price":24.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Magic Carpet 3 gal pot","offer_id":45755510653126,"sku":"SPIRMACA0003","price":34.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Magic Carpet 2 gal pot","offer_id":45884555788486,"sku":"SPIRMACA0002","price":24.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0366\/6444\/2925\/files\/double_play_big_bang_spirea-0814.jpg?v=1776984178","url":"https:\/\/shop.familyflowers.ca\/products\/spirea","provider":"Family Flowers Inc","version":"1.0","type":"link"}