Spiraea hirsuta

Physical Characteristics

Spiraea hirsuta is a deciduous Shrub growing to 1.5 m (5ft). It is in flower from June to July, and the seeds ripen from August to September. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers moist soil.

Distribution

E. Asia - China.

Habitats

Woodland Garden Sunny Edge;

Edible Uses

Edible Parts: Edible Uses: Tea A tea is made from the leaves[177].

Medicinal Uses

None known

Known Hazards

None known