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Spiraea X vanhouttei

Spirea

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Information by: W-E plants for the Willamette Valle        Photographer: Connon Nursery

 

Description

This broadleaf deciduous shrub reaches 3' tall and wide but may be larger depending on sun exposure. It exhibits fountain-like growth. During spring, showy white flowers are borne in rounded clusters to highlight the small, finely textured, blue-green foliage. It does best with full sun with fertile, well-draining soil. Do not plant in containers. Prune to remove one third of oldest stems to refresh plant in early summer. Many cultivars available, with different leaf and flower colors.

 

Sun

Full

Water

Medium

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Loam

Soil Condition

Rich, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Be sure to fix all leaks promptly no matter how small they may seem.