Little Spark® Spirea (Spiraea japonica 'Minspil04') is an ultra-compact, hardy deciduous shrub reaching 18 to 24 inches tall and up to 30 inches wide. It features vibrant orange spring growth that matures to a stable yellow summer foliage, pink summer blooms, and multi-toned fall color.
Plant Specifications
Hardiness Zones: USDA Zones 3–8 (very cold-hardy)
Size: 1.5–2 feet tall, 2–2.5 feet wide
Sun Exposure: Full sun to part shade (full sun yields the best leaf color and bloom density)
Flower Color: Dark pink clusters blooming in summer, with potential for reblooming if sheared after the first flush
Key Benefit: Stable and compact alternative to older varieties like 'Goldflame' that tend to revert to green
Watering: Keep soil moderately moist during the first growing season; highly drought-tolerant once established.
Pruning: Shape or shear lightly right after the first summer bloom cycle to encourage a late-summer rebloom. Do heavy structural pruning in late winter or early spring.
Soil: Highly adaptable to most well-drained soil types and urban conditions
