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Spiraea douglasii (Steeple bush)

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Skill rating Beginner
skill rating
Ultimate spread 2.5m
max. spread
Ultimate height 2.5m
max. height
Time to maturity 10-20 years
to maturity
Maintenance level 1 hour care
per year

Botanical name: Spiraea douglasii

Other names: Steeple bush


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Genus: Spiraea

Species: S. douglasii - S. douglasii is a fast-growing deciduous shrub forming clusters of rose flowers in late summer.

Spiraea douglasii is: Deciduous

Flower: Purplish-pink in Summer

Foliage: Green in Spring; Green in Summer

Habit: Suckering

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Pests: Generally pest free.

Diseases: Generally disease free.

General care

Pruning: Will respond well to hard pruning after flowering to restore shape.. REGISTER to read more...

Propagation methods: Division, Softwood cuttings. REGISTER to read more...


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Spiraea douglasii (Steeple bush) will reach a height of 2.5m and a spread of 2.5m after 10-20 years.


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Suggested uses: Banks and Slopes, Cottage/Informal, Beds and borders, Low Maintenance

Cultivation: Easy to grow in any soil so long as it is moist.

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Soil types: Chalky, Loamy, Sandy Match unknown
Soil drainage: Moist but well-drained, Well-drained Match unknown
Soil pH: Acid, Alkaline, Neutral Match unknown
Light: Partial Shade, Full Sun Match unknown
Aspect: North, South, East, West Match unknown
Exposure: Exposed, Sheltered Match unknown
Hardiness: Hardy (H4) Match unknown

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