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Snow Storm™ Spirea
Spiraea x media
Professional Growing Information 
Sun
36 - 48
Noted for its massive white dome-shaped blooms up to 6 to 8 inches across and superb autumn color. A snow storm of abundant, massive white flowers cover this plant in April and May. The pure white blooms will light up your garden and contrast wonderfully with the bluish-green foliage. Watch for a blaze of orange and red leaves in fall. The plant is sturdy and holds its blooms up in a neat fashion. Adaptable and easy to grow, this low-maintenance shrub is useful to both the professional landscaper and homeowner.
Features
Masses of snow white flowers in early spring. Foliage turns orange red in autumn. Little care is needed; may be trimmed after blooming. Great for mass plantings. Deer resistant. Brilliant fall color.
Fall Interest
Heat Tolerant
Resists:
Deer
Characteristics
Shrub Type:
Deciduous
Garden Height:
36 - 48 Inches
Spacing Maximum:
60 Inches
Spread:
36 - 48 Inches
Flower Colors:
White
Flower Shade:
White
Foliage Colors:
Blue
Foliage Shade:
Blue
Habit:
Mounded
Container Role:
Thriller Plant Needs
Light Requirement:
Sun
Blooms On:
Old Wood
Bloom Time:
Spring
Hardiness Zones:
4a, 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b
Uses:
Landscape
Uses Notes:
Use Snow Storm as a specimen or in large masses to create a wonderful effect. Use it in the back of the perennial garden or in the shrub border. Good as an informal hedge or as a foundation planting.
Duration:
Shrub
Water Category:
Average
Maintenance Category:
Easy
Maintenance Notes:
Well drained soil is best. Best if pruned after flowering. To promote continued flowering deadhead (remove faded flower clusters.) Medium moisture. Fertilize in early spring by applying a slow release fertilizer specialized for trees & shrubs. Follow the label for recommended rate of application.
Patent Information:
Snow Storm™ Spiraea x media 'Darsnorm'
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