About
Spiraea douglasii var. douglasii is an upright, suckering deciduous shrub producing narrow, toothed, dark green leaves and tall, dense, terminal panicles of deep rose-pink flowers in midsummer. An ornamental variety for a sunny, moist border.
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.