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Spiraea japonica

Japanese Spirea

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Description

Japanese spiraea is a broadleaf deciduous shrub that reaches 2-3' tall and wide. This attractive plant has rigid vertical branching. Small pointed leaves are green on upside and gray-green on downside. Pink or white clusters of flowers that are flat-topped appear in summer. Depending on cultivar, flower color varies as well as leaf color. This shrub does best in full to part sun with well-draining, moist soil. It's great for erosion control. Prune in early spring to refresh the plant.

 

Plant Type

Shrub

Height Range

1-3'

Width Range

1-3'

Flower Color

Pink, White

Flower Season

Summer

Leaf Color

Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Medium

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained, Moist

Soil pH

Acid, Neutral, Basic

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

English Cottage, Japanese, Meadow, Mediterranean, Ranch, Woodland

Accenting Features

Fall Color, Showy Flowers

Seasonal Interest

Summer

Location Uses

Entry, Shrub Border, Foundation, Lawn, Patio, Raised Planter, Walkways, With Rocks

Special Uses

Cascade, Erosion Control, Mass Planting

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Water between sunset and sunrise when temperatures and wind are the lowest.