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Spiraea japonica 'Gumball'

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 0.9 - 1.2 m (3 - 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 'Gumball' (Japanese meadowsweet) bears showy, light pink and fragrant flowers during mid-summer to early fall. The matte foliage is deep green in colour and medium in texture. Spiraea japonica 'Gumball' (Japanese meadowsweet) has smooth bark. A specimen plant, Spiraea japonica 'Gumball' (Japanese meadowsweet) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses Alpine or rock garden, border, container, hedge, foundation and specimen.
Special Characteristics Butterflies are attracted to Spiraea japonica 'Gumball' . Spiraea japonica 'Gumball' is tolerant of compacted soil.