Spiraea betulifolia var. lucida
Also Known As
- Spiraea lucida
- Western White Spirea
Plant type
shrub, aquatic
size
- H: 2'-3'
- W: 2'-3'
planting zones
- 3a-8b
Spiraea betulifolia var. lucida plant details
Spiraea betulifolia var. lucida is a broadleaf deciduous aquatic shrub with green foliage. In spring pink and white flowers emerge. Attracts butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Spiraea betulifolia var. lucida
- Plant type: aquatic shrub
- Plant family: rosaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
- Flowers: pink and white blooms in spring
- Uses: cutting garden, fall color, native plant
GROWING CONDITIONS for Spiraea betulifolia var. lucida
- USDA Zones: 3a - 8b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: regular - low
- Resistant to: deer
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Forestfarm
Gardening facts about Spiraea betulifolia var. lucida plant
How to Grow Spiraea betulifolia var. lucida
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- adaptable
- average
- well-drained
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- white
- pink
Wildlife
- butterflies
- deer resistant
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
3a-9b
Size
Height: 3'-5'
Width: 3'-5'
- sun - bright shade
- regular - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
4a-9b
Size
Height: 3'-5'
Width: 3'-5'
- sun - mostly sun
- even moisture - regular
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Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
4a-8b
Size
Height: 20"
Width: 18"
- sun - mostly sun
- regular
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
Height: 3'-5'
Width: 4'-8'
- sun - shade
- even moisture
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 3'-6'
- sun
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