Meadowsweet Spirea
$21.00 – $50.00
Description
Meadowsweet Spirea | ||
Description | Meadowsweet spirea (Spiraea alba), also known as white meadowsweet and pale bridewort, is a small deciduous shrub. It is a great native ornamental plant that is also great for wildlife. It is often found in raingardens. Its fragrant white or pink flowers grow in clusters at the end of its branches. Many butterflies and other pollinators are attracted to its flowers. The brown fruit is a distinctive feature and a favorite amongst birds. Meadowsweet is moderately deer resistant. | |
Seedling information
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Age | 0-1 years |
Size | 12-18″ | |
Size
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Height | 3 – 4 ft. |
Spread | 3 – 4 ft. | |
Growth rate | Medium | |
Needs
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Sun | Full sun to shade |
Water use | Medium | |
Soil | Wet soils | |
Fruit
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Bloom time | June – September |
Bloom color | White, pink | |
Fruit type | Follicles | |
Edible/Inedible | Inedible | |
Nativeness | Native | |
Benefits | Good for wildlife and pollinators, flowers, ornamental | |
Climate Change Hardiness | Unknown adaptability |
Additional information
Amount | 5, 10, 25, 50 |
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