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Plant Care
Reeve's spiraea
(Spiraea cantoniensis)
Also Known As
Reeve's spiraea, Chinese spiraea, Bridal wreath spiraea, Spiraea
About This Plant
Spiraea cantoniensis is a deciduous shrub that can grow up to 6 feet (1.8 meters) tall and 8 feet (2.4 meters) wide. It has arching branches and produces clusters of small white flowers in the spring and summer.
Plant Care Instructions
Outdoor Size Range
Up to 6 feet (1.8 meters) tall and 8 feet (2.4 meters) wide
Light Requirements
Spiraea cantoniensis prefers full sun to partial shade. It can tolerate some shade, but too much shade will result in fewer flowers.
Humidity Needs
Spiraea cantoniensis prefers moderate humidity levels, but it can tolerate a wide range of humidity levels.
Fertilizing Schedule
Fertilize in the spring with a balanced fertilizer. Avoid fertilizing in the fall, as this can stimulate new growth that may not have time to harden off before winter.
Pruning Guidelines
Prune after flowering to maintain the shrub's shape and to remove any dead or damaged wood. Spiraea cantoniensis can also be pruned in the fall or winter, but this may result in fewer flowers the following spring.
Common Pests and Diseases
Spiraea cantoniensis is relatively pest-free, but it may be susceptible to aphids, spider mites, and scale insects.
Indoor Size Range
Not suitable for indoor cultivation
Watering Schedule
Water regularly to keep the soil evenly moist, but not waterlogged. It can tolerate some drought, but it prefers consistently moist soil.
Temperature Range
Spiraea cantoniensis can tolerate a wide range of temperatures, but it prefers moderate temperatures between 60°F (15.5°C) and 75°F (24°C). It can also tolerate temperatures as low as -10°F (-23°C) and as high as 100°F (38°C).
Growing Season
Spiraea cantoniensis blooms in the spring and summer.
Growing Difficulty Level
Spiraea cantoniensis is relatively easy to grow and maintain.
USDA Hardiness Zones
Spiraea cantoniensis is hardy in USDA zones 6-9.
Did You Know?
Spiraea cantoniensis is native to China and is commonly used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, cough, and inflammation.
