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Germander Meadowsweet (Spiraea chamaedryfolia)

Germander Meadowsweet (Spiraea chamaedryfolia) is a deciduous shrub with a dense habit and abundant white flowers in late spring.

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Sunlight

Prefers full sun but tolerates partial shade.

Watering

Water regularly, especially during dry spells. Ensure good drainage.

Soil

Prefers well-drained, moderately fertile soil.

Temperature

Hardy in USDA zones 4-8.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Feed in early spring with a balanced fertilizer.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers full sun but tolerates partial shade.

Best flowering occurs in full sun.

Water

Water regularly, especially during dry spells. Ensure good drainage.

Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.

Soil

Prefers well-drained, moderately fertile soil.

Temperature

Hardy in USDA zones 4-8.

Thrives in moderate temperatures.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Feed in early spring with a balanced fertilizer.

Avoid excessive nitrogen.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Shrub

Plant Category

Flowering, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground, Garden, Pot

Plant Environment

Outdoor

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

1-2 m

Spread

1-2 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

Deciduous

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Simple, ovate to elliptic

Flower Size

0.5-1 cm

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Synonyms
Spiraea alnifolia Zabel
Spiraea aubifolia Zabel
Spiraea banatica Janka
Spiraea belgica Dumort.
Spiraea flexuosa Fisch. ex Cambess.
Spiraea oblongata Wender.
Spiraea prostrata Schur
Spiraea ulmifolia Scop.
Spiraea ussuriensis Pojark.
Spiraea versifolia Raf.
Spiraea yazawai Makino
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderRosales
  • familyRosaceae
  • genusSpiraea
  • speciesSpiraea chamaedryfolia
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

Rating: 0/5

Toxic for pets

No

Rating: 0/5

Edible

No

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