Spiraea henryi
Botanical Information
Family | Rosaceae |
Genus | Spiraea |
Species | henryi |
Category | Woody |
Type | Shrub (deciduous) |
Origin | Native to central China. |
Ethnobotanical Uses Disclaimer | The leaves are edible and used in making tea. |
Details
USDA Hardiness Zone | 5a - 9a |
USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
RHS Hardiness Zone | H4 - H7 |
RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
Temperature (°C) | -10 - (-20) |
Temperature (°F) | 14 - (-4) |
Growth | Medium |
Flowering Period | July, August, September |
Description and Growing Information
Propagation | Seed, cuttings and division. |
Cultivation | Plant in full sun to partial-shade in moist but well-drained soil. |
Notable Specimens | Westonbirt, The National Arboretum, Tetbury, Gloucestershire, England. |
Habitat | Rocky slopes and mountain forests. |