Spiraea betulifolia

Latin name: Spiraea betulifolia
Common Name: Birch-leaved spirea
Plant type: Shrub
Shape: Shrubby
Botanical family: Rosaceae

Description

Spiraea betulifolia, or birch-leaved spirea, is a small, hardy, rounded shrub prized for its dense foliage and white flowers clustered in flat umbels in early summer. Its leaves turn beautiful orange to red in autumn, adding extra seasonal appeal. Highly tolerant of cold, drought, and poor soils, it is ideal for rockeries, embankments, or flower borders, where it provides structure, blooms, and color.

Hardiness Zone: Zone 3

Exposure: Sun
Watering: Moderate watering
Fertilization: Slow-release fertilizer 14-7-14 or 4-2-8. Fertilize monthly or as directed on the bag. Add Myke at planting.
Soil type: Neutral to slightly acidic, well drained
Minimum temperature: '-40°C

Foliage type: Obsolete
Foliage color: Green

Height: 1 to 1.2 m (39 to 48 inches)
Width: 1.2 m (4 feet)
Growth rate: fast

Animaux
Sans danger pour les animaux domestiques

Animaux

Pollinisateurs
Attire ou nourrit les insectes pollinisateurs

Pollinisateurs

Papillons
Fleurs attirant les papillons

Papillons

Répulsif
Aide à repousser certains nuisibles

Répulsif

Cerfs
Peu appétent ou toléré par les cerfs

Cerfs

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