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Spiraea tomentosa - Native to Michigan
1-0, 6”-12" seedlings
Also called hardhack, steeplebush spiraea is known for its beautiful pink flowers arranged in dense spikes. For maximum blooming, plant in moist, acidic soils with full sun. This plant does especially well in a shoreline or rain garden planting. Attracts birds and pollinators, and is a host plant for butterflies and moths.
Moisture: Medium to wet
Sun: Full sun to partial sun
Mature height: 2'-4'
Growth rate: Fast
Photo 1 credit: Prairie Moon Nursery
Photo 2 credit: Prairie Nursery
Steeplebush Spiraea
*Tree Orders are to be picked up Friday, April 25th 10 am - 6 pm or Saturday, April 26th 9 am – 12 pm at the MSU AgBio Research Station - 5401 W. Jennings Road, Lake City, MI 49651. If you have any questions, please give us a call at 231.839.7193 or email us at missaukeecd@gmail.com.