Spirea japonica magic carpet is a compact shrub that is well-known for its colorful foliage and attractive flowers. This variety of spirea is native to Japan and has become popular in gardens and landscapes around the world. The main feature of spirea japonica magic carpet is its foliage. The leaves are small and come in a variety of colors, including red, orange, and yellow. In the spring, the foliage emerges bright red and gradually changes to orange and then yellow as the season progresses. The combination of colors creates a stunning display that adds interest and beauty to any garden.
Step 5: Give it a little wear and tear. I felt like the straight edge at the top of my bristles was a little too tidy for my witch’s broom, so I went to work trimming and bending the straw randomly to show some use.
As I browsed through Goodwill s aisles, I actually found a few different harvest-style decorative pieces that would have worked as the bristles of my witch s broom, but I decided to choose the one that looked the most dated. As I browsed through Goodwill s aisles, I actually found a few different harvest-style decorative pieces that would have worked as the bristles of my witch s broom, but I decided to choose the one that looked the most dated.
The combination of colors creates a stunning display that adds interest and beauty to any garden. In addition to its colorful foliage, spirea japonica magic carpet also produces small clusters of flowers. The flowers are pink and appear in late spring or early summer.
DIY Sanderson Sisters-Inspired Witch’s Broom
Hocus Pocus is my all-time favorite seasonal movie! Once I came to this realization, I was desperate to craft something witchy for my Halloween costume this year. Since anyone who has seen the magical movie knows it’s easy to lose track of a broomstick, I figured I’d do a little DIY breakdown of how the Sanderson sisters could have whipped up a few replacement brooms with the help of their local Goodwill. I mean, since they could conjure a potion of eternal youth and lure in all the children of Salem with just a song, I’m pretty sure they could tackle a simple craft project like this! Here’s how…
– Thrifted broom (any size, shape, and style should do!)
– Foraged twigs, grass, etc.
– Feathers
– Burlap
– Stem wire
– Twine
– Hot glue and glue gun
– Scissors
As I browsed through Goodwill’s aisles, I actually found a few different harvest-style decorative pieces that would have worked as the bristles of my witch’s broom, but I decided to choose the one that looked the most dated. This little witch was probably super cute when it was first made, but man oh man did it need some love by the time I stumbled upon it. Once I had that for the foundation piece, I hit the hills for some twigs and Earthy remnants to make it look authentically historical.
Step 1: Remove any non-magical bits on your thrifted broom base. An elimination spell should work here, but so would some good old fashioned scissors. I had to remove all of the tissue paper and ribbon which came off fairly easily. There were a few little pieces of the Styrofoam head and the tissue around it that I couldn’t get off, but the burlap binding I added later covered it right up.
Step 2: Get the right broom handle. If your broom already has a long handle, you could certainly leave it as is. I liked that the broom I decided on was short enough for me to add my own handle. I knew I wanted a truly rustic look and out near my shed I spotted a walking stick that my husband had peeled the bark off of to use on a hike. It was perfect! Any old stick would work, though. Look for something gnarled or knobby for a wicked witchy feel. To attach it, carefully nestle it down inside the bristles of the broom (if that’s possible to do without damaging the straw) then wrap it several times with stem wire. My bristles were brittle and probably wouldn’t have handled that well, so I just set the broom head on top of the stick then wrapped it tightly. Step four will further secure the two pieces.
If you are using a regular broom and want to add a little extra personality to the handle, you could try sanding off any finish or adding big globs of hot glue to look like knots in the wood then spray painting the whole handle so it looks uniform.
Step 3: Add a little whimsy! Carefully tuck foraged twigs, hay, and feathers into the broom head and dab on a little hot glue in a well-hidden place to help them stay. For the longer pieces, you can tuck them up under the first stem wire that attaches the broom stick. You could even add a little glitter here, too, if that’s your style!
Step 4: Cover up the seams. I wrapped all of the ugly parts (the leftover Styrofoam, the stem wire, and the ends of the twigs) tightly with a piece of burlap hot gluing it all the way up its seam. Once that was in place, I added twine. This was partially done as an extra way to hold everything together, but it’s also visually breaks up the look of the burlap. A satin or velvet ribbon would look lovely, too, if “classy witch” is more what you’re going for.
Step 5: Give it a little wear and tear. I felt like the straight edge at the top of my bristles was a little too tidy for my witch’s broom, so I went to work trimming and bending the straw randomly to show some use.
And there you have it! Bring that baby outside and give it a test drive around the neighborhood to get yourself ready for Halloween. With my broomstick finished, now I’ll be tracking down a cape and corset to round out the rest of my costume.
By the way, I’m still looking for a couple of volunteers to the be Winifred and Sarah to my Mary Sanderson. If that sounds like you, head to Goodwill for costume supplies where your purchase allows Goodwill organizations to help people who are facing challenges to finding employment overcome their hardships and achieve independence through the power of work. Supporting that cause is a great way to balance out your karma since, in a costume like this, you’ll likely spend Halloween running amok!
They are attractive to bees and butterflies, making this shrub a great choice for pollinator gardens. One of the benefits of spirea japonica magic carpet is its compact size. It typically grows to a height of only 12-18 inches and spreads to about 2-3 feet wide. This makes it perfect for small gardens or for use as a ground cover. It can also be grown in containers, making it a versatile choice for various landscaping needs. Like other spirea varieties, spirea japonica magic carpet is easy to care for. It prefers full sun but can tolerate some shade. It is adaptable to a wide range of soil types and is fairly drought tolerant once established. Pruning is not necessary, but the shrub can be trimmed in early spring if desired. In summary, spirea japonica magic carpet is a compact shrub with colorful foliage and attractive flowers. Its small size and low maintenance requirements make it a great addition to gardens and landscapes. Whether used as a ground cover or in containers, this spirea variety is sure to add beauty and interest to any outdoor space..
Reviews for "Bring Vibrant Colors to Your Garden with Spirea Japonica Magic Carpet"
1. John - 2 stars - I was really disappointed with the Spirea japonica magic carpet that I bought. The plant looked so small and weak when it arrived, and it never seemed to grow much at all. The colorful leaves that were advertised were also not as vibrant as I had hoped. Overall, it was a lackluster addition to my garden and I wouldn't recommend it to others.
2. Jessica - 1 star - I had a terrible experience with the Spirea japonica magic carpet. Not only did it have poor growth, but it also attracted a lot of pests like aphids and spider mites. No matter what I did to try and control the infestation, the plant continued to struggle. It became an eyesore in my garden and eventually died off completely. I was extremely disappointed with this plant and would not purchase it again.
3. Michael - 2 stars - The Spirea japonica magic carpet did not live up to the hype for me. Despite following all the care instructions, the plant did not thrive in my garden. The foliage color was not as vibrant as I had expected, and it never really filled out or provided the ground cover effect that it was advertised for. I was left feeling underwhelmed and would not recommend this variety to others.