Birch-leaved (shiny-leaf) spirea - Spiraea betulifolia
Plant type: deciduous shrub
Height: 1 - 3’
Habit: flat clusters of white flowers (Jul-Aug) that form a dense crown over this short spirea species. Great for smaller yards, very adaptable to conditions. Beautiful fall color!
PPL: no
Light: full to part sun
Soil: dry, moist to seasonally wet
Ecological benefit: butterflies, bees, and other pollinators love it! Top 30 plant host for caterpillar species - more than 50 species!
Plant type: deciduous shrub
Height: 1 - 3’
Habit: flat clusters of white flowers (Jul-Aug) that form a dense crown over this short spirea species. Great for smaller yards, very adaptable to conditions. Beautiful fall color!
PPL: no
Light: full to part sun
Soil: dry, moist to seasonally wet
Ecological benefit: butterflies, bees, and other pollinators love it! Top 30 plant host for caterpillar species - more than 50 species!
Plant type: deciduous shrub
Height: 1 - 3’
Habit: flat clusters of white flowers (Jul-Aug) that form a dense crown over this short spirea species. Great for smaller yards, very adaptable to conditions. Beautiful fall color!
PPL: no
Light: full to part sun
Soil: dry, moist to seasonally wet
Ecological benefit: butterflies, bees, and other pollinators love it! Top 30 plant host for caterpillar species - more than 50 species!
