Spirea, 2 gal, Snowmound

Spirea, 2 gal, SnowmoundAn easy to grow shrub with graceful, spreading branches, dark green foliage, and an abundance of white flower clusters that provide a spectacular show in mid to late spring. Foliage turns coppery bronze in the fall. Use at the back of the border or as a showy spring accent. Cut stems with blossoms create stunning flower arrangements. Attributes Type: Deciduous Shrub Growth Habit: Rounded Mature Height: 1. 25m (4ft.) Mature Spread: 1. 25m (4ft.) Zone:

An easy to grow shrub with graceful, spreading branches, dark green foliage, and an abundance of white flower clusters that provide a spectacular show in mid- to late spring. Foliage turns coppery-bronze in the fall. Use at the back of the border or as a showy spring accent. Cut stems with blossoms create stunning flower arrangements.

Attributes

Type: Deciduous Shrub
Growth Habit: Rounded
Mature Height: 1.25m (4ft.)
Mature Spread: 1.25m (4ft.)
Zone: 3
Feature Characteristics: Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant

Ornamental Features

Flower Colour: Snowy white
Flowering Time: May - June
Foliage Colour: Dark green, turning coppery-bronze in the fall.

Care

General Maintenance: Prune annually and remove root suckers to control size and spread.
Light: Full sun
Watering: Water deeply and regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Once established, reduce frequency.
Soil: Provide well-drained, enriched soil. It prefers to grow in average to moist conditions, and shouldn't be allowed to dry out. It is not particular as to soil type or pH.
Fertilizer: Feed in early spring with an all purpose fertilizer prior to the new growth.