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Cool blue-green foliage is an excellent backdrop to this plant’s crisp white blooms. Hints of burgundy in the new growth foreshadow the rich red foliage color it develops in the fall. This variety has a more graceful habit and restrained color than most other varieties, and is an elegant choice for low maintenance landscapes.
| Dimensions | 2 × 2 ft |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Spiraea x media 'SMSMBK' PP#26,655, CBR#5942 |
| Zone | 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 |
| Flower Color | White |
| Foliage Color | Blue |
| Height | 2-3' |
| Width/Spread | 2-3' |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Part Shade |
| Soil | Moist |
| Bloom Time | Late Spring |
| Uses | Borders, Edging, Foundations, Mass Planting |
| Features | Alkaline soil, Attracts pollinators, Clay soil, Deer resistant, Disease resistant, Drought tolerant, Foliage interest |
Trim to shape in early spring. Deadheading after flowering will encourage reblooming later in the year.
