Spiraea alba var. latifolia
Spiraea alba var. latifolia var. latifolia
Spiraea alba var. latifolia, commonly known as broadleaf meadowsweet, is a hardy native shrub that produces fluffy white flower plumes in summer and adapts well to moist, average soils in part to full sun. It is an excellent choice for rain gardens, native plantings, and pollinator borders in eastern North America. Prune lightly after flowering to maintain a tidy shape and encourage vigorous regrowth.
Care Level
Low
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
36″ – 120″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
36″
Watering Schedule
Every 7-14 Days • Water Until Soil Is Evenly Moist, Then Allow The Top Inch To Dry Before Watering Again
Soil pH
4.3 – 6.8
Temperature
-40° – 95°F
Mature Spread
up to 80″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Fine
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
No nurseries currently have this species in stock.