Like hydrangea, rhododendron, and lilac, spirea (or spiraea) has joined the ranks as one of the most popular flowering shrubs for the home garden.

Spirea is easy to grow in nearly any garden. It's hardy in USDA zones 4-8, with many selections expanding that to 3-9. It is tolerant of a wide range of conditions, including poor soil, heat, cold, …

Oct 15, 2025 · Spirea are landscape favorites because they don't require much maintenance to look attractive. Spirea should be planted in well-drained soil with full sun exposure for optimal growth and …

Spiraea / spaɪˈriːə /, [1] sometimes spelled spirea in common names, and commonly known as meadowsweets or steeplebushes, is a genus of about 80 to 100 species [2] of shrubs in the family …

4 days ago · Spiraea species are among the easiest flowering shrubs to grow. The genus has long been cultivated as ornamentals in the United States, though native to Asia. The name Spirea is …