Botanical Name: Spiraea prunifolia
Common Name: Bridal wreath spiraea Type of Plant: dicot: shrub Character deciduous Habit of Growth: Overall Shape graceful, loose shrub with open fountain shape; blooms heavily along all branches Height to 6' Spread to 6' Growth Rate moderate Environment: Exposure outdoors full sun to part shade Soil most any soil Hardiness hardy (zones 1-11, 14-21) Morphology: Leaves oblong to elliptical to 1-1/2" long, softly pubescent beneath – usually slight blue-gray cast to foliage Flowers white, double to 1/2" across in small sessile umbels Fruit small pome – not significant Propagation: hardwood cuttings Usage: filler, informal hedge, good for fall color, spring flowers, interesting form Landscape Care: Watering takes average watering Fertilizing balanced in spring Pruning thin thoroughly after blooming; may be cut back to ground Pests/Diseases salt burn, fireblight Special Conditions/Other Origin: China Family: Rosaceae Notes: |
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