Plants in genus spiraea
Spiraea japonica 'Little Princess'
Spiraea japonica 'Little Princess' is a deciduous shrub with rose-pink blooms and mint green leaves, forming a compact mound up to 2.5 feet tall. It is deer resistant and thrives in USDA zones 4-8.
Spiraea japonica 'Little Bonnie'
Spiraea japonica 'Little Bonnie' is a compact deciduous shrub with bluish-green foliage and petite purple blooms in spring. It attracts pollinators and features crimson foliage in autumn, with a reblooming period in summer.
Spiraea japonica 'Goldmound'
Spiraea japonica 'Goldmound' is a deciduous shrub with vibrant yellow spring foliage and bright pink flowers. It has a compact mounded shape and is cold hardy, growing in USDA zones 4-9. This plant is deer resistant and salt tolerant, making it a resilient choice for various landscapes.
Spiraea prunifolia
Spiraea prunifolia, also known as bridal wreath spirea, is a flowering shrub native to Japan, Korea, and China. It blooms in mid-spring, producing clusters of small white flowers that create a stunning display. This plant is well-suited for ornamental use in gardens and landscapes, providing a beautiful backdrop with its delicate blossoms.
Spiraea cantoniensis 'Reeves'
Spiraea cantoniensis 'Reeves' is a deciduous shrub that can be evergreen in warmer zones. It features long arching branches covered with clusters of small white blooms in spring. Known for its exceptional heat tolerance, this low-maintenance plant is ideal for sunny gardens.
Spiraea japonica 'Neon Flash'
Spiraea japonica 'Neon Flash' is a deciduous shrub that features clusters of small pink flowers and dark green foliage that turns burgundy in the fall. It grows quickly to a mature size of 2-3 feet tall and 3 feet wide, with a round growth habit. This shrub thrives in full sun and moist, well-draining soil, and is hardy in zones 4-8. Regular pruning every three years encourages new growth.
Spiraea japonica
Spiraea japonica is a compact, deciduous shrub native to Japan, known for its prolific, fragrant white blooms that attract butterflies and pollinators. The plant's leaves turn a coppery color in autumn, and it thrives in full sun with well-drained soil.
Spiraea 'Renaissance'
Spiraea 'Renaissance' is a vase-shaped shrub with cascading white blossoms in early spring. It has a longer bloom period than traditional varieties and features blue-green foliage that turns orange-red in fall. This disease-resistant, low-maintenance plant is cold hardy and adaptable to various soil types.
Spiraea betulifolia 'Tor'
Spiraea betulifolia 'Tor' is a compact, low-growing deciduous shrub with dark green foliage in spring and summer. It produces petite white flowers in early summer and attracts butterflies. The foliage turns stunning shades of orange, red, and purple in fall. This deer-resistant shrub prefers full sun and is low maintenance.
Spiraea nipponica 'Snowmound'
Spiraea nipponica 'Snowmound' is a compact shrub known for its abundant spring flowers and vibrant fall color. Its dark green foliage and arching branches make it a favorite for attracting butterflies. This shrub is ideal for erosion control and thrives in full sun to light shade with well-draining soil. It is relatively low-maintenance, making it a great choice for gardeners seeking an easy-care plant.
Spiraea japonica 'Anthony Waterer'
Spiraea japonica 'Anthony Waterer' is a compact shrub with carmine red flowers that age to deep rosy pink. It has reddish-purple new foliage and blue-green summer foliage, and is cold hardy and heat tolerant.
Spiraea japonica 'Goldflame'
Spiraea japonica 'Goldflame' is a deciduous shrub with vibrant foliage that changes from coppery orange in spring to neon green in summer, and flaming yellow in fall. It produces rose-pink flowers that attract butterflies and can rebloom with trimming. This shrub is heat tolerant and suitable for urban environments.
Spiraea 'Firelight'
Spiraea 'Firelight' is a deciduous shrub with bright red-orange foliage in spring, transitioning to chartreuse in summer and reddish-purple in fall. It produces rosy-pink blooms that attract butterflies and pollinators. This plant is deer and rabbit resistant and hardy in USDA zones 4 to 8.
Spiraea japonica 'Flaming Mound'
Spiraea japonica 'Flaming Mound' is a deciduous shrub with brilliant red, yellow, and orange foliage. It features deep pink flowers from late spring to summer and has a dwarf, mounding form. This fast-growing, drought-tolerant plant is resistant to deer and rabbits.
Spiraea japonica 'Mini Gold'
Spiraea japonica 'Mini Gold' is a compact deciduous shrub with bright yellow foliage and tiny pink flowers in flat-topped clusters. It grows to 18 inches tall and is attractive to butterflies. This deer-resistant plant prefers full sun and is hardy in USDA zones 4 to 8.
Spiraea fritschiana
Spiraea fritschiana is a low-maintenance shrub known for its vibrant fall foliage in shades of yellow and orange, and its rounded clusters of glowing white blooms in late spring and summer. This plant is a favorite among pollinators and can rebloom if deadheaded. It thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained, organic soil with moderate moisture. Pruning after flowering encourages additional blooms. Its stunning fall colors and ease of care make it a popular choice for gardeners.
Spiraea japonica 'Gumball'
Spiraea japonica 'Gumball' is a compact shrub with hot pink flowers that bloom in May and June. Its leaves change color throughout the seasons, providing a dynamic display, and it is tolerant of urban conditions and drought, making it a versatile garden plant.