Snowmound Spirea
Spiraea nipponica 'Snowmound'
spy-REE-uh nip-PON-ih-kuh
Shrubs: Flowering Shrub
Zone
3: -40° to -30°
Min. Temp
Hardy: 28°
An easy to grow shrub with graceful, spreading branches, dark green foliage, and an abundance of white flower clusters that provide a spectacular show in mid- to late spring. Use at the back of the border or as a showy spring accent. Cut stems with blossoms create stunning flower arrangements.
Appearance
Summer Foliage
Green
Fall Foliage
Gold
Flower Color
White
Blooming Time
Mid Spring - Mid Spring
Habit
Arching
Height
3–4 ft
Spread
4–6 ft
Form
Panicle
Characteristics
Type
Cultivar
Safety
Non-toxic
Growth Rate
Moderate
Tolerance/Resistance
Drought Tolerant
Attracts
Attracts Honeybees & Pollinators
Uses/Placement
Hedge
Optimal Growing Conditions
Sun Exposure
Full Sun - Part Sun
Soil Texture
Adaptable
Soil Drainage
Well-drained
Soil Moisture
Dry to Average
Soil PH
Neutral: 6.5-7.0
PH Tolerance
Prefers neutral soil
Soil Amendment(s)
Compost
Fertilizer
Moderate Feeder
Fertilizer Formula
Balanced Fertilizer
Fertilizer Timing
Seasonal Feeding
Micronutrients
Trace Minerals Beneficial
Care
Care Level
Low
Behavior and Propagation
Spreading
Moderate Spreader
Propagation Method
Benefits from Pollinators
Propagation Licensing
Open propagation permitted
Division Timing
Rarely Needs Division