Hardiness
Zone 3
Discover the plant
False spirea
FamilyRosaceae
Sorbaria sorbifolia, also known as false spiraea or ash-leaf spiraea, is a vigorous deciduous shrub with a bushy, suckering habit, prized for its finely cut foliage reminiscent of rowan. In spring, its young shoots emerge tinged with pinkish bronze before turning soft green in summer, then golden yellow in autumn. In early summer, it is covered with large, creamy white, feathery panicles, very decorative and nectar-rich, which bring lightness and brightness to borders. Ideal for informal hedges, natural screens, or for stabilizing a bank, Sorbaria sorbifolia tolerates a wide range of soils, even fresh to moist ones. Hardy and easy to grow, it is perfectly suited to northern gardens where it offers extended ornamental interest and a beautiful structuring presence.
Soil and care
The rightconditions.
Fertilization
Slow-release fertilizer 14-7-14 or 4-2-8. Fertilize monthly or as directed on the bag. Add Myke at planting.
Bloom and dimensions
The completeprofile.
Bloom periodSummer
Flower colorWhite
Foliage colorGreen
Foliage typeObsolete
FruitingVery discreet dried fruits.
Maximum height1.5 to 2 m (5 to 7 feet)
Maximum width3 m (10 feet)
Growth ratefast
Hardiness zoneZone 3
Minimum temperature'-40°C
