Spiraea thunbergii
Latin name: Spiraea thunbergii
Common Name: Thunberg's spirea
Plant type: Shrub
Shape: Shrubby
Botanical family: Rosaceae
Spiraea thunbergii is a very floriferous and early-flowering species, covering itself in early spring with small white flowers that elegantly run along its thin, arching branches. Its very fine, almost filigree foliage takes on pretty orange to red hues in autumn. Ideal for light hedges or Japanese-style gardens, it is very hardy, drought-tolerant, and easy to grow. It combines abundant flowering, decorative foliage, and a delicate shape for a refined presence all year round.
Hardiness Zone: Zone 4
Exposure: Sun
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Soil type: Neutral to slightly acidic, well drained
Minimum temperature: '-40°C
Foliage type: Obsolete
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Height: 1 to 1.2 m (39 to 48 inches)
Width: 1.2 m (4 feet)
Growth rate: fast
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