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Spiraea thunbergii

Thunberg Spiraea

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Description

This deciduous shrub exhibits a billowy groth habit top5' tall and as wide. In the spring, round clusters of small white flowers are found all along the branches. It should be grown with full sun.

 

Plant Type

Shrub

Height Range

3-6'

Flower Color

White

Flower Season

Winter, Spring

Leaf Color

Yellow Green, Orange, Red

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Medium

Growth Rate

Fast

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Rich, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Japanese, Meadow, Ranch, Woodland

Accenting Features

Fall Color, Specimen

Seasonal Interest

Winter, Spring, Fall

Location Uses

Background, Foundation

Special Uses

n/a

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Turn sprinklers on and view them operating at least once a month.

Check for and fix missing drip emitters, leaking sprinklers, valves, and pipes. One broken spray sprinkler can waste 100 gallons in a 10 minute watering cycle.