Thunberg spiraea
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A dense, bushy deciduous shrub about 1.5m tall, with narrow light green leaves to 4cm in length. White flowers 6mm in width are borne in abundant small clusters along the branches, in early spring
Scientific classification
- Species
- Thunberg spiraea (Spiraea thunbergii)
- Genus
- Spiraea
- Family
- Rosaceae
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- Toxicity
- Shrubs
- Plant type
- 1-1.5 metres
- Height
- 1-1.5 metres
- Spread
- Deciduous
- Foliage
- Bushy
- Habit
- Autumn · Spring · Summer
- Season of interest
- Full sun · Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of Thunberg spiraea
Distribution map
China Japan
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Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of Thunberg spiraea
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Thunberg spiraea care guide
- Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
- Watering
- Full sun · Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
Watering
Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
Fertilizing
FertilizingBalanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer
Pruning
PruningCut flowered growth back to strong young shoots below, removing up to a fifth of old stems near the base each year. Prune immediately after flowering.
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by softwood or semi-ripe cuttings in spring to late summer or hardwood cuttings in winter
Growing
GrowingGrow in moist but well-drained soil in full sun or light shade. Especially suitable for mixed borders
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
Generally disease-free but may be susceptible to honey fungus
Pests
Generally pest-free
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