Shiny-leaf Spirea (Spiraea betulifolia) is a small, rounded shrub with white flowers, sometimes tinged with lavender or pink. This plant really shines in the fall when the leaves turn a kaleidoscope of red, orange, and purple. It can be used for butterfly gardens, streambanks, rain gardens, and rocky areas.
Classification: Perennial Key Characteristics: White flowers Light Requirements: Full sun to part shade Water Requirements: Moist, well-drained soil Ease of Growing: High Growth Rate: Moderate Bloom Time: May – June Spreads: By rhizome, seed, vegetative cutting Benefits: Wildlife, Rain garden, Pollinators, Beneficial insects, Wildfire resistant, Riparian zones, Deer resistant, Hummingbirds Edible: Yes Mature Height: 2-3 feet Mature Width: 2-3 feet
