Spiraea japonica 'Froebelii'

Japanese meadowsweet or Japanese spiraea

Family	Rosaceae
Plant Type	deciduous shrub
Zone	USDA: 4a - 9b RHS: H - FH EGF: H1 - H5 Australia: 1 - 3
Care Level	low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height	0.9 - 1.2 m (3 - 4 ft)
Spread	1.2 - 1.5 m (4 - 5 ft)
Light	full sun to light shade
Soil Moisture	low to average, well-drained
Soil Type	loam to sandy
Soil pH	neutral

Description	The deciduous shrub Spiraea japonica 'Froebelii' (Japanese meadowsweet) is repeat-blooming and bears showy, light pink and fragrant blossoms during early summer to mid-summer. The showy matte foliage is medium green in colour and medium in texture. Spiraea japonica 'Froebelii' (Japanese meadowsweet) has smooth bark. A specimen plant, Spiraea japonica 'Froebelii' (Japanese meadowsweet) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses	Border, container, hedge, foundation and specimen.
Special Characteristics	This deciduous shrub attracts butterflies to your garden. In the fall, Spiraea japonica 'Froebelii' offers a beautiful display of autumn colour.