False spiraea (Sorbaria sorbifolia)
Botanical Name:
Sorbaria sorbifolia
Other names:
Schizonotus sorbifolius, Spiraea sorbifolia
Genus:
Sorbaria
Species:
S. sorbifolia ~ S. sorbifolia is a large deciduous shrub with dark green pinnate leaves that are pink-tinged when young. In early summer, it bears upright clusters of white flowers.
Cultivation:
Grow in free-draining soil in sun or partial shade. Drought tolerant but benefits from regular watering. Removing suckers and annual pruning will benefit the shape of the shrub.
Suggested uses:
Beds and borders, Cottage/Informal, Drought Tolerant, Hedging/Screens, Low Maintenance, Waterside
Soil types:
Chalky, Loamy, Sandy
Soil drainage:
Moist but well-drained, Well-drained
Soil pH:
Alkaline, Neutral
Light:
Partial Shade, Full Sun
Aspect:
North, South, East, West
Exposure:
Exposed or Sheltered
Hardiness:
Hardy (H4)
Pests:
Generally pest free
Diseases:
Generally disease free
Propagation method(s):
Seed, Semi-hardwood cuttings, Suckers
Skill rating:
Beginner
Maintenance hours / year:
1
Detailed monthly care instructions can be found in your care calendar (you need to have an account for this service)
Sorbaria sorbifolia is:
Deciduous
Flower:
White in Summer
Foliage:
Green, Flushed pink in Spring; Green in Summer
Habit:
Suckering
Ultimate height (m):
3
Ultimate spread (m):
2
Time to maturity:
5-10 years
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Buy False spiraea (Sorbaria sorbifolia) from:
- Beeches Nursery (Mail Order)
- Crown Nursery (Mail Order & Wholesale)
- Mucklestone Nurseries (Mail Order)
- Larch Cottage Nurseries (Mail Order)
- Auchgourish Botanic Garden (Mail Order)
- East Northdown Farm Nursery (Mail Order)
- Plantbase (Mail Order)
- Farmyard Nurseries
- Future Forests (Mail Order)
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