Spiraea x cinerea 'Grefsheim' (Garland Spirea)
Garland Spirea 'Grefsheim', Spiraea × arguta 'Grefsheim', First Snow 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
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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 | Spiraea - 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) |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Maintenance | Low |
| 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 | Informal and Cottage, Traditional Garden |
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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.
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 | Spiraea - 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) |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Maintenance | Low |
| 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 | Informal and Cottage, Traditional Garden |
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