False Spirea ‘Cardinal’

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False Spirea ‘Cardinal’ is a full-sun to shade, deer-resistant perennial hardy to zone 4; we sell it in 1-gallon pots for $14.99 at both stores.

Height & spread	18–30 in tall
Sun	Full sun, Part sun, Part shade, Shade
Soil moisture	Wet
Hardiness	USDA zones 4–8
Bloom season	Summer
Flower color	Red

Pot size	Price
1GAL	$14.99

Call South Portland or Westbrook to check availability.

Availability may change and prices are subject to change.

About this plant

Fire red blooms

Is Cardinal false spirea deer resistant?

Yes. Cardinal false spirea is rarely bothered by deer, which makes it a good choice for Maine gardens with deer pressure.

How much sun does Cardinal false spirea need?

Cardinal false spirea grows best in full sun to shade.

Is Cardinal false spirea hardy in Maine?

Yes. It’s hardy to USDA zone 4, and Greater Portland is zone 5b–6a, so it comes back reliably each year.

How tall does Cardinal false spirea get?

Cardinal false spirea grows 18–30 in tall.