Spiraea henryi


Botanical Information

FamilyRosaceae
GenusSpiraea
Specieshenryi
CategoryWoody
TypeShrub (deciduous)
OriginNative to central China.
Ethnobotanical Uses
Disclaimer
The leaves are edible and used in making tea.

Details

USDA Hardiness Zone5a - 9a
USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness ZoneH4 - H7
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Temperature (°C)-10 - (-20)
Temperature (°F)14 - (-4)
GrowthMedium
Flowering PeriodJuly, August, September

Description and Growing Information

PropagationSeed, cuttings and division.
CultivationPlant in full sun to partial-shade in moist but well-drained soil.
Notable SpecimensWestonbirt, The National Arboretum, Tetbury, Gloucestershire, England.
HabitatRocky slopes and mountain forests.

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