About
Spiraea decumbens subsp. tomentosa is a low-growing, spreading deciduous shrub producing small, tomentose leaves and terminal clusters of small pink or white flowers in summer. An ornamental dwarf Spiraea suited to a sunny rock garden or raised bed.
About the genus
Spiraea are deciduous shrubs, sometimes suckering, with simple leaves and short racemes, panicles or corymbs of small, 5-petalled white or pink flowers in spring or summer
Plant details
Suggested usesBorders, hedging, specimen planting.
Care notes
CultivationPlant in well-drained soil in sun or part shade.
PruningPrune after flowering or late winter.
PropagationPropagate by division, cuttings, or seed.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.