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False Spirea 'Pink Hopi'

False Spiraea

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Exposure
Sun
Hardiness
Zone 3

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Common nameFalse spiraea
FamilyRosaceae
GenusSorbaria
Speciessorbifolia
CultivarPink Hopi
TypeShrub
Botanical nameFalse Spiraea

False Spiraea 'Pink Hopi' (Sorbaria sorbifolia 'Pink Hopi'). Sorbaria sorbifolia 'Pink Hopi' stands out with its panicles of pale pink flowers, a rare shade among sorbarias, bringing floral softness to the overall look. Its compound, light green foliage offers a light texture and turns beautiful golden hues in autumn. Compact, floriferous, and well-branched, it is ideal for flower borders, natural-style gardens, or mixed beds. Very hardy, it thrives in all types of soil, even heavy ones, and requires little maintenance for maximum effect.

To plant False Spiraea 'Pink Hopi', choose an appropriate exposure: sun. The recommended soil is: neutral to slightly acidic, well-drained. Water the root ball before planting and ensure that water can drain away after planting. During establishment, check the moisture by hand before watering again. Spread mulch around the base, leaving the collar clear. Avoid systematic fertilizer applications without considering soil richness. In Quebec, choose a period when the soil is thawed and easy to work with.

Allow a width of 1.5 m (5 feet) to organize this plant's space in the garden. The indicated height of 1.5 to 2 m (5 to 7 feet) helps choose its position relative to neighboring plants. Keep access to the base for weeding, checking moisture, and removing damaged parts. Combine this variety with plants whose light and water needs are compatible. If you are considering a container, first check that its volume and drainage are suitable for root development. Potted roots are more exposed to cold than those planted in the ground.

Sorbaria sorbifolia 'Pink Hopi'

Soil and care

The right care,at the right time.

Minimum temperature

'-40°C

Watering

Regular watering

Soil type

Neutral to slightly acidic, well drained

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

Its place,in your garden.

Mature height

1.5 to 2 m (5 to 7 feet)

Width / spread

1.5 m (5 feet)

Flower color

Pink

Foliage color

Green

Foliage type

Obsolete

Growth rate

fast

Growth habit

Shrubby

Bloom period

Summer

Fruiting

Rose-red capsules, sparse.

Wildlife and pets

Life,around your plants.