Spiraea japonica
shrubZones 4–8deer resistantCompact, carefree shrub with flat clusters of pink flowers in summer and colorful fall foliage. One of the easiest flowering shrubs to grow.
Summer-blooming spireas bloom on new wood. Cut back by 1/2 in early spring to promote dense growth and more flowers.
Shear off spent flower clusters to encourage a second flush of bloom.
Many spireas develop orange-red fall foliage. Leave plant unpruned through winter for interest.
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