Spiraea x vanhouttei

Spirea

Tips for Homeowners:

Removing old flowers may result in longer bloom time; after flowering trim to shape the shrub. Remove dead or diseased branches. It spreads by both seed and roots sending up new shoots aboveground - trim as needed.

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In the spring, the flowers on this large shrub will cover it profusely and though considered old-fashioned is still a beautiful addition to the landscape.

  • An old-fashioned favorite
  • Arching and fountain-like habit
  • Stunning white flowers

Use it as a screen, informal hedge or in the shrub border.

Height: 5-8 ft
Spread: 7-10 ft
Zone: 4-8
Color: White

Interesting Notes about Spirea:

This species is a very showy old-fashioned shrub that needs a large space to grow. The branches are loaded with flowers in the spring and are a calling card for bees, butterflies and ants looking for the pollen and nectar.


Characteristics & Attributes

Attributes:

  • Spring Bloomer
  • Border or Bed
  • Specimen
  • Great Foliage
  • Cut Flower/ Foliage
  • Low Maintenance

Foliage Color:

  • Red
  • Green

Exposure:

  • Full Sun
  • Partial Sun

Attracts Wildlife:

  • Attracts Butterflies

Critter Resistance:

  • Deer Resistant

Habit:

  • Upright

Season of Interest (Flowering):

  • Spring

Soil Moisture:

  • Average Water