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Japanese Spiraea, Japanese meadowsweet

Spiraea japonica

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Basic Information

Family: Rosaceae

Genus: spiraea

Plant ID (slug): spiraea-japonica

Numeric ID: 26340

USDA Hardiness: 4-8

Ratings

Physical Characteristics

Spiraea japonica is a deciduous Shrub growing to 1.5 m (5ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 5. It is in flower 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 can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist soil.

Distribution

E. Asia - Japan.

Habitats

Woodland Garden Sunny Edge; Dappled Shade; Shady Edge; Ground Cover; Hedge;

Edible Uses

None known

Medicinal Uses

None known

Known Hazards

None known

Detailed Information

Additional Information

Title: Spiraea japonica Japanese Spiraea, Japanese meadowsweet