Species Japanese spirea

Japanese spirea

Spiraea japonica 'Limemound'

Japanese spirea (Spiraea japonica 'Limemound') is an attractive bushy shrub with an abundance of small white flowers in the summer. It grows up to 4 feet in height with a roughly equal spread and features bright, lime-green foliage. 'Limemound' is highly adaptable to a wide range of soil types, and requires little maintenance once established. It is disease-resistant and requires full sun or light shade for optimal growth. The fragrant flowers are great for attracting pollinators and are perfect choice for adding texture, color and structure to a flower bed or shrub border.

Cycle:

Perennial

Watering:

Average

Propagation:

Cutting,Layering Propagation,Division,Grafting Propagation

Hardiness Zone:

3 - 8

Flowers:

Pink Flowers In Spring

Sun:

Full sun, Part sun/part shade

Soil:

Humus rich

Fruits:

red Fruits In Summer Ready In Fall

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green

Growth Rate:

Moderate

Maintenance:

Low

Drought Tolerant:

Yes

Care Level:

Moderate

watering

Water Japanese spirea (Spiraea japonica 'Limemound') when the soil feels dry to the touch, and water deeply. In general, expect to water it every 4 to 7 days in the hotter months, then less frequently in the cooler months. When it's really hot out, you may need to water it every couple of days. Make sure not to overwater; if the soil feels wet or soggy, cut back on the amount of water given. The goal is to saturate the soil but not make it overly wet.

sunlight

Japanese Spirea (Spiraea japonica 'Limemound') prefers to be planted in full sun, meaning it needs a minimum of 6 hours of direct sunlight each day. Early-morning and late-afternoon sunlight is the most beneficial for this plant species. If the sun is blocked by trees or tall buildings, the plant may not be able to thrive in that environment. It is important to be aware of the changing sunlight patterns as the seasons shift, so that the Spirea is able to get the light it needs.

pruning

Japanese spirea (Spiraea japonica 'Limemound') should be pruned in late fall or winter when the plant is dormant. This is the best time for pruning as the new growth from pruning will be clearly visible in the spring. Prune the plant by removing any dead or damaged branches as well as removing up to 1-third of the oldest canes to the ground, as these are often less vigorous than new canes. Pay special attention to the center of the plant, as crowded canes in this area can inhibit proper airflow and lead to disease. Lastly, selectively thin out any overly dense parts of the plant to maintain its graceful, arching shape or to encourage healthy growth.

Season

Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
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Aug
Harvest Fruit

The best time to start harvesting the fruits from Spiraea japonica 'Limemound' is in late summer, usually August or September.

Starts Flowering

Japanese spirea typically starts flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.

Starts Flowering

Japanese spirea typically starts flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.

Harvest Fruit

The best time to start harvesting the fruits from Spiraea japonica 'Limemound' is in late summer, usually August or September.

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