Spiraea japonica 'Little Princess'

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Spirea, Japanese 'Little Princess'

  
Plant photo of: Spiraea japonica 'Little Princess'
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Information by: J.J. Neilson Arboretum        Photographer:

 

Description

The 'Little Princess' is a deciduous shrub with rose-like blooms in the summer, with overall growth reaching a height of 2'-3'.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Culture

  • Design

Plant Type

Shrub

 

Height Range

1-3'

 

Flower Color

Pink

 

Flower Season

Summer

 

Leaf Color

Green

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half

 

Water

Medium

 

Growth Rate

Moderate

 

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

 

Soil Condition

Average, Rich, Well-drained, Moist

 

Soil pH

Acid, Neutral

 

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

English Cottage, Japanese, Ranch, Woodland

 

Accenting Features

Fall Color, Showy Flowers

 

Seasonal Interest

Summer, Fall

 

Location Uses

Perennial Border, Shrub Border, Foundation, Lawn, Patio, Raised Planter, With Rocks

 

Special Uses

Filler, Mass Planting

 

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Mulching and adding compost to soil can minimize evaporation and help soil absorb and store water.