Spiraea japonica 'Little Princess'

Japanese meadowsweet or Japanese spirea

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	45 - 90 cm (1.5 - 3 ft)
Spread	0.6 - 1.8 m (2 - 6 ft)
Light	full sun to light shade
Soil Moisture	average, well-drained
Soil Type	loam to sandy
Soil pH	neutral

Description	The deciduous shrub Spiraea japonica 'Little Princess' (Japanese meadowsweet) bears showy, light pink and fragrant blossoms during late spring to early autumn. The matte foliage is medium green in colour and medium in texture. Spiraea japonica 'Little Princess' (Japanese meadowsweet) has smooth bark. A specimen plant, Spiraea japonica 'Little Princess' (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 'Little Princess' . Spiraea japonica 'Little Princess' is tolerant of compacted soil. In autumn, Spiraea japonica 'Little Princess' is alight with fall colour.