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Spiraea japonica 'Dolchica'

Family Rosaceae
Plant Type shrub
Zone USDA:   4a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level
Height 60 - 90 cm (2 - 3 ft)
Spread 1.2 m (4 ft)
Light full sun to light shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type loam to sandy
Soil pH neutral

Description The shrub Spiraea japonica 'Dolchica' (Japanese meadowsweet) bears showy, faded purple and fragrant blossoms during mid summer to early autumn. This plant is clump forming and has matte and medium textured foliage that is medium green in colour. The bark is smooth in texture. Spiraea japonica 'Dolchica' (Japanese meadowsweet) is a specimen plant and it can serve as a focal point in your garden.
Typical Uses Alpine or rock garden, border, container, hedge, foundation and specimen.
Special Characteristics Butterflies are attracted to Spiraea japonica 'Dolchica' . Spiraea japonica 'Dolchica' is tolerant of compacted soil.