Botanical profile

Spiraea japonica 'Empire Yeti'

Latin name
Spiraea japonica 'Empire Yeti'
Common name
Japanese spirea 'Empire Yeti'
Type
Ornamental shrub
Family
Rosaceae

Spiraea japonica ‘Empire Yeti’, commonly known as Japanese Spiraea ‘Empire Yeti’, is a compact, deciduous shrub with a rounded, dense habit, valued for its bright white summer flowers and ease of maintenance. Unlike traditional Japanese spiraeas with pink flowers, this selection produces flat corymbs composed of small, pure white flowers in summer, which are nectar-rich and very attractive to pollinators. Its finely toothed, medium-green foliage forms a regular mass, ideal for borders, rockeries, or low beds. Light pruning in spring encourages more abundant flowering and maintains a compact habit. Spiraea japonica ‘Empire Yeti’ prefers well-drained soil and a sunny exposure to ensure generous flowering and vigorous growth in cold climates.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 3
Exposure
Sun
Watering
Moderate watering
Fertilization
Weak, compost in spring if necessary.
Soil type
Neutral to slightly acidic, well drained
Minimum temperature
-35°C
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
Summer
Flower color
White
Fruiting
Inconspicuous brown fruits.
Foliage color
Green
Foliage type
Obsolete
Shape
Compact rounded dense
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
0.9 m (3 ft)
Width
0.9 m (3 ft)
Growth rate
Fast
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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