Reeve's Spirea is a fountain-like mounding deciduous shrub with weeping branches and elongated foliage. Pompom like clusters of snowy white flowers bloom in spring. Grows best in full sun and well-drained soils. Drought tolerant once established, tolerates light shade.
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Origins: |
China |
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Height: |
4' - 6' |
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Spread: |
3’ - 5' |
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Spacing: |
4' |
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USDA Hardiness Zone: |
5 - 8 |
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Culture: |
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Bloom Color: |
White |
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MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low Maintenance. Flowers on new growth, to prune as needed in winter or early spring. Potential issues include leaf spot, blight, root rot, powdery mildew, aphids, rollers, and scale.
LANDSCAPE USES: Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, Naturalized Areas, Wildlife Garden, Foundation Plantings, Hedges, and Containers.
COMPANION PLANTS: Weigela, Maiden Grass, Rose
IMAGE: KENPEI, Spiraea cantoniensis1, CC BY-SA 3.0
