Meadowsweet Spirea (Spirea alba)
Meadowsweet Spirea (Spirea alba)
Spirea alba
Commonly known as Meadowsweet Spirea, is a deciduous shrub native to North America. It is recognized for its dense clusters of white flowers that bloom in late spring to early summer, adding a soft, airy touch to gardens and natural landscapes. With its slender, green leaves and ability to thrive in moist, well-drained soils, white meadowsweet is often used in wetland areas, along stream banks, and for erosion control. Its graceful appearance and easy care make it a popular choice for landscaping and wildlife-friendly plantings.
Origin: Native
Current Sale Size: 12 - 18", bare root seedling
Growth Rate: Medium (13" - 24" / yr)
Soils: Medium to wet, well-drained soils
Moisture: Mesic to Wet
Shade Tolerance: Sun
Mature Height: 3 - 6 ft.
Mature Spread: 5 - 10 ft.
Deer Damage Potential: Low
Uses: Wildlife, hedge, fragrant
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