Spiraea aruncus var. astilboides. This is a dioecious perennial producing bipinnate, toothed, mid green leaves with ovate leaflets. Creamy-white flowers are borne in loose panicles in early and mid summer.
Perennial, Deciduous or Semi-evergreen, Shrub
Europe, Asia, N.America and Mexico
Grown for their mass of small, bee-attracting flowers and in some species, their foliage. Suitable for northern and eastern aspects. Suitable for coastal conditions.
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They will thrive in most garden conditions, they will prefer a warm summer. Grow them in moist, well-drained soil and sheltered from hot sun, especially in warm summer areas.
Propagation is from cuttings in the summer.
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