Japanese spirea typically starts flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.
Japanese spirea
Spiraea japonica 'Nana'
Japanese spirea (Spiraea japonica 'Nana') is an attractive, low-maintenance shrub with dark green foliage and bright pink-red flowers that bloom throughout the summer and into fall. It is incredibly versatile and can be used in borders, hedges, mass plantings, or as a ground cover. Its low, spreading habit allows it to fit in small spaces, making it an ideal choice for a rock garden or along patios and pathways. It needs very little pruning, prefers full sun to part shade, and will thrive in any well-drained soil. With its hardiness and beautiful blooms, Japanese spirea is a garden favorite that is easy to care for and attracts bees and butterflies.
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,orange,pink,white Fruits In Summer Ready In Fall
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green
Growth Rate:
Moderate
Maintenance:
Low
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Care Level:
Moderate
watering
Japanese spirea generally requires moderate watering, especially during its first year of planting. After that, it does not need much supplemental water. Water them deeply once a week during the growing season (spring to autumn). During the hotter summer months, you may need to water them more frequently. During the winter months, reduce watering significantly or stop watering altogether, as the plant goes into a dormant stage. To maintain the bush’s health, water it thoroughly when the soil is dry to a depth of 1 or 2 inches around the bush.
sunlight
Japanese spirea, or Spiraea japonica 'Nana', grows best in full sun to part shade and prefers moist, well-drained soils. For optimal health and flowering, the species needs an average of 6 hours of direct sunlight each day. This can be provided from sunrise to just before lunchtime, and again from mid-afternoon until just before sunset. It's best to avoid midday sun, as the plant may be scorched. If using a planted container, make sure it has good drainage and be sure to rotate the container occasionally during the day to ensure all the plant's branches get equal sun exposure.
pruning
Japanese spirea (Spiraea japonica 'Nana') should be pruned once a year, in early spring before the new growth emerges. Pruning should be done to remove any dead, damaged or dying branches and to control the size and shape of the plant. The amount of pruning that should be done is minimal, as this plant thrives with minimal attention and intervention. Removing no more than one-third of the total existing branches is recommended to preserve the health of the plant.
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 'Nana' is in July and August.
