Overview
Spiraea prunifolia f. simpliciflora is a bushy, suckering shrubs in the genus Spiraea, part of the Rosaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Spiraea prunifolia f. simpliciflora grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include mixed borders, shrub borders, cottage gardens, informal gardens, wildlife gardens and flower borders and beds.
About
Spiraea prunifolia f. simpliciflora is a multi-stemmed, suckering shrub in the Rosaceae that flowers from May to July. Its foliage is deciduous and it performs in full sun to partial shade. It will grow on chalk, clay, loam or sand and prefers moist but well-drained to well-drained soils across acid to alkaline conditions.
About the genus
Spiraea, sometimes spelled spirea in common names, and commonly known as meadowsweets or steeplebushes, is a genus of about 80 to 100 species of shrubs in the family Rosaceae. They are native to the temperate Northern Hemisphere, with the greatest diversity in eastern Asia.
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In the garden
Spiraea prunifolia f. simpliciflora sits in the genus Spiraea within the rose family and forms a multi-stemmed shrub that spreads by suckers. Leaves are deciduous and the plant produces its flowering display between May and July, making it a seasonal feature for late spring into early summer. Plant it where it receives full sun or partial shade and where soil is moist but drains freely; it is adaptable to chalk, clay, loam or sand and tolerates acid, neutral or alkaline pH. The rating H6 indicates it is very hardy in UK gardens, and it copes with both exposed and sheltered situations. South-, west- or east-facing aspects suit it best. It works well in mixed or shrub borders, cottage and informal gardens, wildlife areas and flower beds. Allow space for the suckering habit when siting plants or use it as a low screen by planting in groups; its seasonal flowering between May and July provides a predictable run of blossom in suitably placed borders.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Spiraea
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained, Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing, East-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H6
Plant details
Spiraea prunifolia f. simpliciflora size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Shrubs
- Habit
- Bushy, Suckering
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Mixed borders, Shrub borders, Cottage gardens, Informal gardens, Wildlife gardens, Flower borders and beds
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Spiraea prunifolia f. simpliciflora
- Propagation
- Softwood cuttings, Semi-ripe cuttings, Hardwood cuttings, Seed
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Spiraea prunifolia f. simpliciflora?
Spiraea prunifolia f. simpliciflora prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Spiraea prunifolia f. simpliciflora need?
Spiraea prunifolia f. simpliciflora is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained to well-drained.
Is Spiraea prunifolia f. simpliciflora hardy in the UK?
Spiraea prunifolia f. simpliciflora has an RHS hardiness rating of H6, meaning it is very hardy, tolerating -20 to -15°C across most of the UK.
How do I propagate Spiraea prunifolia f. simpliciflora?
Softwood cuttings, Semi-ripe cuttings, Hardwood cuttings, Seed.
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