Botanical profile

Spiraea betulifolia 'Pink Sparkler'

Latin name
Spiraea betulifolia 'Pink Sparkler'
Common name
Birch-leaved spirea 'Pink Sparkler'
Type
Ornamental shrub
Family
Rosaceae

Spiraea betulifolia ‘Pink Sparkler’, commonly known as birchleaf spirea ‘Pink Sparkler’, is a compact deciduous shrub with a rounded, dense habit, valued for its pink summer blossoms and ornamental foliage. In early summer, it produces domed corymbs of small, bright to deep pink flowers, which are melliferous and highly attractive to pollinators. Its dark green foliage, with oval leaves resembling those of a birch, forms a neat mass that turns beautiful purplish-red shades in autumn, extending its ornamental interest. Suitable for borders, beds, and naturalized gardens, this spirea is robust and easy to maintain. Spiraea betulifolia ‘Pink Sparkler’ prefers well-drained soil and a sunny exposure to ensure abundant flowering and intense autumn coloration.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 3
Exposure
Sun
Watering
Moderate watering
Fertilization
Low, in spring if needed
Soil type
Well-drained, poor to moderately rich
Minimum temperature
-35°C
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
Summer
Flower color
Pink
Fruiting
Small, dry, ornamentally uninteresting capsules
Foliage color
Green
Foliage type
Obsolete
Shape
Compact rounded dense
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
0.9 m (3 ft)
Width
3 ft (1 m)
Growth rate
Moderate
Pet friendly
Safe for pets

Pets

Pollinators
Attracts or supports pollinating insects

Pollinators

Butterflies
Plants that attract butterflies

Butterflies

Deer
Less attractive or generally tolerated by deer

Deer

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