Spiraea douglasii (Western Spirea)

Western Spirea, Steeple Bush, Hardhack, Pink Spiraea, Rose Spiraea

Noted for its vigor, Spiraea douglasii (Western Spirea) is a clump-forming, suckering shrub with narrowly oblong leaves that are dark green above, velvety white underneath and turn yellow in fall. In early summer, long plumes of fragrant, rose-pink flowers, up to 8 in. long (20 cm), are on display at the tips of the branches. Perfect for wild plantings near streams and moist areas.

• Grows up to 4-6 ft. tall (120-180 cm) and 3-6 ft. wide (90-180 cm). A rampant shrub that in time can form a dense thicket. Remove suckers promptly to prevent plants from spreading.
• A full sun to part shade lover, this plant is easily grown in average, medium to wet, well-drained soils. Needs consistent moisture. Soils should not be allowed to dry out.
• Perfect choice for borders, banks and slopes, hedges, cottage gardens, rain gardens, and neard ponds and streams.
• Attracts butterflies but is ignored by deer.
• Virtually pest and disease free.
• Prune as needed immediately after flowering.
• Propagate by softwood cuttings in summer or by division in autumn or spring
• Native to Western North America

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Requirement
Hardiness	5,6,7,8
Heat Zones	5,6,7,8
Climate Zones	1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 1B, 2A, 2B, 3A, 1A, 3B
Plant Type	Shrubs
Plant Family	Aristolochiaceae
Exposure	Full Sun, Partial Sun, Shade
Season of Interest	Summer, Early Summer, Mid Summer, Late Summer
Height	4' - 5'
Spread	3' - 4'
Water Needs	Average, High
Maintenance	Low
Soil Type	Chalk, Loam, Sand
Characteristics	Fragrant, Showy
Garden Styles	Informal and Cottage
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