Japanese spirea typically starts flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.
Japanese spirea
Spiraea japonica 'Little Princess'
Japanese spirea, or Spiraea japonica 'Little Princess', is an attractive flowering shrub. This deciduous shrub grows up to 4 feet tall with a similar spread and a rounded shape. In the summer it produces a profusion of fragrant, bright pink flowers that stand out against its deep green foliage. Ideal for borders, hedges or rock gardens, this hardy plant is low maintenance and easy to care for, making it a popular choice for gardeners. Its need for full sun and occasional pruning makes it a great addition to any garden, providing it with a natural, colorful look.
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,purple,pink,white Fruits In Summer Ready In Fall
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green
Growth Rate:
Moderate
Maintenance:
Low
Care Level:
Moderate
watering
Japanese spirea (Spiraea japonica 'Little Princess') prefers moist, well-drained soil and should be watered once a week. For young plants and shrubs, water them deeply (2-3 inches) every 7-10 days during the early spring and summer. During prolonged periods of hot dry weather, you may need to water more often. In the fall and winter when plants are dormant, reduce watering to once a month. Make sure not to over water as this can cause root rot, fungal diseases or growth problems. Make sure the soil drains well and does not stay soggy for long periods of time.
sunlight
Japanese spirea (Spiraea japonica 'Little Princess') prefers full sun to partial shade exposure. It does best in 6 to 8 hours of sunlight each day, though it can tolerate some light shade to protect it from harsh afternoon sun. To ensure that it grows healthily, rotate the plant regularly to help promote even exposure to sunlight.
pruning
Japanese spirea (Spiraea japonica 'Little Princess') should be pruned each spring, before the new buds begin to form. Pruning should involve removing dead, weak, diseased, or tangled stems, and shape the shrub by cutting away unruly growth. It is best to restrict any major pruning to 1/3 of the bush at any 1 time, and be sure to leave enough foliage so the plant is still attractive.
Season
Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Starts Flowering
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 'Little Princess' is in July and August.
