Spiraea Vanhouttei is a vase-shaped deciduous shrubwith branches that arch toward the ground. The serrated dark blue-green leaves usually have an undistinguishedin fall. Very showy dense Flat-topped clusters of pure white flowers cover the plant in spring. Grows best infull sunand well-drained soils. Drought tolerant once established, tolerates light shade.
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Type: |
Shrub |
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Origins: |
S. trilobataxS. cantoniensis Hybrid |
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Height: |
5′ – 8′ |
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Spread: |
7 – 10′ |
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Spacing: |
8′ |
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USDA Hardiness Zone: |
3 – 8 |
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Culture: |
Full Sun |
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Bloom Color: |
White |
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Season of Interest: |
Spring |
MAINTENANCE NEEDS:Low Maintenance.Flowers on new growth, to prune as needed in winter or early spring. Potential issues include leaf spot, blight, root rot, powdery mildew, aphids, rollers, and scale.
LANDSCAPE USES: Accents or Group Plantings,Borders,Naturalized Areas,Wildlife Garden,Foundation Plantings, Hedges, and Containers.
COMPANION PLANTS:Weigela,Maiden Grass,Rose
Image:Kor!An ( ),Spiraea vanhouttei 01,CC BY-SA 3.0
