- Bridal wreath spirea
Botanical name: spiraea prunifolia
Beginner friendly?: yes
Average size at maturity: about 8 ft in height and in width
Bloom time: spring
Hardy zone: zones 4-10
Flower color: white
Foliage color: green/blue
Growth rate: can grow up to 3-4 ft per year
Pruning needs: trim to maintain desired shape and size in the late spring or early summer once the plant is finished flowering for the season
Propagation methods: cut a stem just below a node and place in water until roots start to emerge
Landscape use: border plant
Light needs: 6 hours of sun per day
Special features: deer tolerant
Water needs: allow soil to partially dry between watering sessions
Fertilizing needs: add a 2 inch layer of compost to the soil every spring
Best time to plant: spring
Best type of soil: sandy or clay-based
Companion plants: Junipers, Ornamental grasses, Viburnum
Toxicity level: not toxic to humans or pets
Invasive species: no
