Overview

Spiraea japonica 'Anthony Waterer' (v) is a bushy shrubs in the genus Spiraea, part of the Rosaceae family, with deciduous foliage. It typically grows around 1-1.5 metres tall and 1-1.5 metres wide, reaching full size in around 5-10 years. Spiraea japonica 'Anthony Waterer' (v) grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH.

About

Spiraea japonica 'Anthony Waterer' (Japanese spiraea 'Anthony Waterer') is a deciduous shrub in the Rosaceae family, known for its bushy habit. It typically grows to a height and spread of 1 to 1.5 metres, reaching full size within 5 to 10 years. This cultivar thrives in full sun or partial shade and can be grown in a variety of soil types including chalk, loam, sand, and clay, with pH ranging from acid to alkaline. It prefers moist but well-drained or well-drained soils and is suitable for both exposed and sheltered positions. Its main seasons of interest are spring and summer.

Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Spiraea

Sunlight

Full sun, Partial shade

Soil type

Chalk, Loam, Sand, Clay

Soil pH

Acid, Alkaline, Neutral

Soil moisture

Moist but well-drained, Well-drained

Aspect

South-facing, West-facing, East-facing

Exposure

Exposed, Sheltered

Plant details

Spiraea japonica 'Anthony Waterer' (v) size, habit and characteristics

Plant type

Shrubs

Habit

Bushy

Foliage

Deciduous

Height

1-1.5 metres

Spread

1-1.5 metres

Time to full height

5-10 years

Frequently asked questions

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