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Spiraea x cinerea ‘Grefsheim’ (Garland Spirea)

Garland Spirea 'Grefsheim', Spiraea × arguta 'Grefsheim', First Snow Spirea

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Spiraea x cinerea 'Grefsheim', Garland Spirea 'Grefsheim', Spiraea × arguta 'Grefsheim', White Flowers, Flowering shrub, Baby’s Breath Spirea
Spiraea x cinerea 'Grefsheim', Garland Spirea 'Grefsheim', Spiraea × arguta 'Grefsheim', White Flowers, Flowering shrub, Baby’s Breath Spirea

Noted for its outstanding early season blooms, Spiraea x cinerea ‘Grefsheim’ (Garland Spirea) is a compact deciduous shrub with gracefully outward-arching branches. In early spring, white fragrant flowers line the slender, naked branches producing an incredible pretty display. The foliage of small, narrow, sea-green leaves remains dense to the base of the plant. Highly popular for its wealth of white blossoms, this Garland Spirea is an easy care shrub that is perfect for foundation plantings and hedges. A spectacular backdrop for early spring perennials and bulbs.

  • Recipient of the prestigious Award of Garden Merit of the Royal Horticultural Society.
  • Grows up to 5-6 ft. tall and wide (150-180 cm).
  • A full sun lover, this plant is easily grown in average, medium moisture, well-drained soils. Tolerates light shade as well as a wide range of soil conditions.
  • Perfect choice for borders, foundation plantings, hedges, banks and slopes or as a specimen plant.
  • No serious pest and disease problems.
  • Prune as needed immediately after flowering.
  • Propagate by softwood cuttings in summer

Requirements

Hardiness 3 - 7
Climate Zones 2, 2A, 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21
Plant Type Shrubs
Plant Family Rosaceae
Genus Spiraea
Common names Spirea
Exposure Full Sun
Season of Interest Spring (Early, Mid)
Height 5' - 6'
(150cm - 180cm)
Spread 5' - 6'
(150cm - 180cm)
Spacing 60" - 72"
(150cm - 180cm)
Maintenance Low
Water Needs Average
Soil Type Chalk, Loam, Sand
Soil pH Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil Drainage Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained
Characteristics Fragrant, Plant of Merit, Showy
Attracts Butterflies
Garden Uses Banks And Slopes, Beds And Borders, Hedges And Screens
Garden Styles Traditional Garden, Informal and Cottage
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Alternative Plants to Consider

Spiraea japonica (Japanese Spirea)
Spiraea tomentosa (Steeplebush)
Spiraea betulifolia (Birchleaf Spirea)
Spiraea splendens (Rose Meadowsweet)
Spiraea alba (White Meadowsweet)
Spiraea japonica ‘Anthony Waterer’ (Japanese Spirea)

Recommended Companion Plants

Prunus ‘Kanzan’ (Japanese Flowering Cherry)
Forsythia ‘Happy Centennial’
Berberis thunbergii f. atropurpurea ‘Rose Glow’ (Japanese Barberry)
Tulipa ‘White Triumphator’ (Lily-Flowered Tulip)

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While every effort has been made to describe these plants accurately, please keep in mind that height, bloom time, and color may differ in various climates. The description of these plants has been written based on numerous outside resources.
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Requirements

Hardiness 3 - 7
Climate Zones 2, 2A, 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21
Plant Type Shrubs
Plant Family Rosaceae
Genus Spiraea
Common names Spirea
Exposure Full Sun
Season of Interest Spring (Early, Mid)
Height 5' - 6'
(150cm - 180cm)
Spread 5' - 6'
(150cm - 180cm)
Spacing 60" - 72"
(150cm - 180cm)
Maintenance Low
Water Needs Average
Soil Type Chalk, Loam, Sand
Soil pH Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil Drainage Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained
Characteristics Fragrant, Plant of Merit, Showy
Attracts Butterflies
Garden Uses Banks And Slopes, Beds And Borders, Hedges And Screens
Garden Styles Traditional Garden, Informal and Cottage
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