Steeplebush
Common Name: Steeplebush
Latin Name: Spiraea tomentosa
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Gorgeous tall plumes of deep pinkish-purple flowers bloom from the top down from July through September. Deadhead to promote blooming. Dark green leaves turn yellow in autumn. Prefers moist to wet soil and is fantastic along streams, ponds, or rain gardens. Prune in late winter to early spring - flowers on new wood.
Core Characteristics
Mature Height: 2-4'
Mature Width: 2-4'
USDA Hardiness Zone: to zone 3
Light Requirements: Full Sun, Part Shade
Features & Benefits: Attracts Birds, Attracts Butterflies, Deer Resistant, Wisconsin Native, Attracts Pollinators
Common Name: Steeplebush
Latin Name: Spiraea tomentosa
Visit Plant Profile >>Description & Overview
Gorgeous tall plumes of deep pinkish-purple flowers bloom from the top down from July through September. Deadhead to promote blooming. Dark green leaves turn yellow in autumn. Prefers moist to wet soil and is fantastic along streams, ponds, or rain gardens. Prune in late winter to early spring - flowers on new wood.
Core Characteristics
Mature Height: 2-4'
Mature Width: 2-4'
USDA Hardiness Zone: to zone 3
Light Requirements: Full Sun, Part Shade
Features & Benefits: Attracts Birds, Attracts Butterflies, Deer Resistant, Wisconsin Native, Attracts Pollinators