Froebelii Spirea
Spiraea x bumalda 'Froebelii'
spy-REE-uh bum-AL-duh
Shrubs: Flowering Shrub
Zone
3: -40° to -30°
Min. Temp
Hardy: 28°
Thriving in most locations, Froebelii is easily grown in average, medium moisture, well-drained soils in full sun; plus it tolerates light shade. Froebelii is reported to have better heat and drought tolerance than most other cultivars. Removing faded flower clusters encourages additional bloom. This spirea flowers on new wood, so prune in late winter to early spring if needed.
Appearance
Summer Foliage
Red
Fall Foliage
Green
Flower Color
Pink
Blooming Time
Late Spring - Late Spring
Habit
Compact Rounded
Height
3–4 ft
Spread
3–4 ft
Form
Panicle
Characteristics
Type
Cultivar
Safety
Non-toxic
Growth Rate
Moderate
Tolerance/Resistance
Drought Tolerant
Attracts
Attracts Honeybees & Pollinators; Attracts Butterflies
Uses/Placement
Hedge
Optimal Growing Conditions
Sun Exposure
Full Sun - Part Sun
Soil Texture
Adaptable
Soil Drainage
Well-drained
Soil Moisture
Moist
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
Early Spring
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