
Spiraea japonica
Japanese Spiraea
Family |
Rosaceae |
Genus |
Spiraea |
Species |
japonica |
Category |
Woody |
Type |
Shrub (deciduous) |
Pronunciation |
Height |
1.5-2 m |
Spread |
1.5-2 m |
Cultivation |
t prefers full sun, but can tolerate partial shade. It prefers lots of water during the growing season; however, it cannot tolerate saturated soils for extended periods of time. It prefers a rich, moist loam, but it can grow in a wide variety of soils, including those on the alkaline side. |
Habitat |
Japan, China and Korea. |
Leaf Description |
Leaves are generally an ovate shape about 2.5 cm to 7.5 cm long, have toothed margins, and alternate along the stem. |
Flower Description |
Clusters of rosy-pink flowers are found at the tips of the branches. |