spirea

Spirea (Spiraea fritschiana 'Pink Parasols') should be watered twice per week during the growing season and once per week during the dormant season. Water slowly and deeply to ensure the root zone of the plant gets fully saturated. In the summer, water early in the morning or in the evening to avoid any leaf burn due to the intense sun. During fall and winter months, water the spirea only if the soil is dry 1 or 2 inches down.

Spirea (Spiraea fritschiana 'Pink Parasols') needs at least 4-6 hours of direct sunlight per day for healthy flowering, and better flowering thrives with 8-10 hours of unfiltered sunlight per day. The best time to receive direct sunlight would ideally be from the early morning up until the afternoon with the midday sunlight being the strongest and the most beneficial. To ensure proper lighting for this particular plant species, it would be best to place the plant where it is exposed to the sun's rays from sunrise to late afternoon with maximum sunlight duration during the late morning and midday hours.

To promote healthy growth and keep your spirea looking its best, regular pruning is a must. Spirea (Spiraea fritschiana 'Pink Parasols') should be pruned once a year, in early spring before it starts actively growing. Remove spent flowers and any dead, diseased or damaged stems. Also cut back any weak or unruly stems that are growing beyond the desired shape of your plant. Take care to avoid cutting healthy, vigorous stems as this will reduce flowering. Prune lightly if the plant is still young, as over-zealous pruning can harm its growth. As it matures, prune it more heavily as needed. Light and frequent pruning of your spirea throughout the summer will also help to promote additional flowering.