A delicate shrub species with white fuzzy spires of flowers, blooming between July and September, that will be buzzing with pollinators. While technically classified as a shrub, this plant has fine, upright stems, and could be mistaken for a wildflower. At a height of around 4 feet, this is a manageable plant and would make a lovely alternative for the non-native Japanese Spiraea, which is often used in traditional landscaping.
Spiraea alba is a favorite of many pollinators, including several types of bees, it also serves as food and host plant for countless other insects. Birds such as Red-Winged Blackbirds and Indigo Buntings use this species for nesting. - Prairie Moon Nursery
Native to Maine
Full sun to part shade
Medium to medium-wet soils
Grows up to 4’
Blossoms June - September
Woody, deciduous shrub
A delicate shrub species with white fuzzy spires of flowers, blooming between July and September, that will be buzzing with pollinators. While technically classified as a shrub, this plant has fine, upright stems, and could be mistaken for a wildflower. At a height of around 4 feet, this is a manageable plant and would make a lovely alternative for the non-native Japanese Spiraea, which is often used in traditional landscaping.
Spiraea alba is a favorite of many pollinators, including several types of bees, it also serves as food and host plant for countless other insects. Birds such as Red-Winged Blackbirds and Indigo Buntings use this species for nesting. - Prairie Moon Nursery
Native to Maine
Full sun to part shade
Medium to medium-wet soils
Grows up to 4’
Blossoms June - September
Woody, deciduous shrub
