Spiraea japonica var. alpina

Spiraea japonica var. alpina

Interesting slow growing, compact variety of Spirea. Branches have dense foliage of small deep blue-green leaves and are each tipped with beautifully contrasting clusters of light pink flowers. Great for use as a woody ground cover or in landscapes with limited space.

Light Requirements: Full Sun
Water Requirements: High, Moderate
USDA Zone: 4b
Plant Type: Deciduous Shrub
Soil Texture: Sandy Loam, Silt Loam, Clay Loam, Clay

Plant Height at Maturity

1 feet

Plant Width at Maturity

2 feet

Growth Rate

1-6"/year

Growth Habit

Compact | Prostrate Ground Cover

Landscape Uses

Small Space

Environmental Features

Pollinator Friendly

Tough Sites

Deer Damage | Urban Conditions

Seasonal Interest

Summer Flowering

Flower Color

Pink