bridal wreath spiraea
Also known as: bridal wreath
A dense, deciduous shrub about 2m tall, with arching branches and finely-toothed, glossy, bright green leaves, grey-downy beneath, turning orange or red in autumn. Double white flowers are produced in tight clusters along the branches in mid to late spring
Scientific classification
- Species
- bridal wreath spiraea (Spiraea prunifolia)
- Genus
- Spiraea
- Family
- Rosaceae
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- Toxicity
- Shrubs
- Plant type
- 1.5-2.5 metres
- Height
- 1.5-2.5 metres
- Spread
- Deciduous
- Foliage
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- Habit
- Autumn · Spring · Summer
- Season of interest
- Full sun · Partial shade
- Sunlight
- 15 – 25 °C
- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of bridal wreath spiraea
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Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of bridal wreath spiraea
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bridal wreath spiraea care guide
- Deep moderate regular irrigation, tolerate minor dry heat spells
- Watering
- Full sun · Partial shade
- Sunlight
- 15 – 25 °C
- Ideal temperature
Watering
Deep moderate regular irrigation, tolerate minor dry heat spells
Fertilizing
FertilizingFlowering shrub slow release feed once yearly early spring budding
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
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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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