Elevate your garden with the vibrant and eye-catching Cherry on Top Sorbaria, also known as False Spirea. This unique shrub, botanically named Sorbaria sorbifolia 'Cherry on Top', is celebrated for its stunning seasonal color changes and dynamic form. Perfect for borders, mixed beds, or as a striking standalone specimen, Cherry on Top Sorbaria offers both ornamental beauty and easy maintenance.
Throughout the growing season, Cherry on Top Sorbaria showcases a dazzling display of foliage color. In spring, new growth emerges with a bright, cherry-red hue, providing a bold splash of color. As the season progresses, the foliage matures to a lush green, with a hint of bronze in summer, and culminates in a vibrant display of orange, red, and yellow in the fall. This continuous transformation ensures your garden remains colorful and interesting from spring through fall. In midsummer, the shrub produces creamy white, plume-like flowers that add a delicate contrast to the vivid foliage.
Ideal for gardeners seeking a hardy and adaptable shrub, Cherry on Top Sorbaria thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. It is highly tolerant of various soil types, including clay, loam, and sandy soils, making it a versatile choice for different garden conditions. This resilient plant is also deer-resistant and requires minimal maintenance, with occasional pruning to shape and remove spent blooms, ensuring it remains a robust and vibrant presence in your garden.