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Vanhoutte Spiraea

Spiraea × vanhouttei, Rosaceae

Zones
3–8
Layer
Shrub
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Fast

Guild Roles

WindbreakPollinator AttractorBeneficial Insect Habitat

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

Moderate (established)High (seedling)

Soil pH

6 – 7.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Seepwillow BaccharisBaccharis salicifolia
Pollinator Sharing
Rock CotoneasterCotoneaster horizontalis
Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat
Tatarian HoneysuckleLonicera tatarica
Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat

Antagonistic Plants

Black-fruited CotoneasterCotoneaster melanocarpus

Both Rosaceae family shrubs share common pests including aphids, scale, and potential fire blight

Uses

Functions

Informal HedgingCoppicingSpring FlowersFast Establishment

Common Questions

What zones does Vanhoutte Spiraea grow in?

Vanhoutte Spiraea grows in USDA hardiness zones 3 through 8.

What are good companion plants for Vanhoutte Spiraea?

Good companions for Vanhoutte Spiraea include Seepwillow Baccharis, Rock Cotoneaster, Tatarian Honeysuckle.

Design guilds with Vanhoutte Spiraea and see companion relationships visually.

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