The Bridal Wreath Spirea is a classic gardening staple. It features beautiful and petite double white flowers from spring into early summer. These blossoms create quite a spectacle as they coat nearly the entire shrub. Its branches are graceful and downward arching, creating a mounded sort of appearance. The leaves are light green, serrated and soft. They last until the first frost of the year, at which point this deciduous plant will go dormant for the winter. New growth emerges in spring after the threat of frost has passed. This is a stunning choice for mass plantings, borders, specimen plantings and accents in mixed garden beds. It reaches 4 ft. to 6 ft. tall and wide at maturity. This white blooming Spirea shrub is hardy from USDA Zones 5-9 and grows best in Full Sun to Partial Shade. It's not picky when it comes to soil, however, good drainage is necessary. Water your new plants 2 to 3 times per week for the first growing season. Fertilize in spring with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer. It responds well to trimming, although no pruning is required. If you do intend to trim your plants, do so once a year and shortly after it stops blooming. These Bridal Wreath Spirea are well-established in a 2.5 Qt. (#1) pot and will tend to range from 7 in. to 12 in. tall when shipped. They are not guaranteed to be in bloom on arrival.
Reeves (Bridal Wreath) Spirea in a 2.5 Quart pot
Mature size: 5-6 ft H X 4-6 ft W
Outdoor/landscape hardy USDA Zones: 5 – 9 (below zone 5 this plant should be grown in containers/planters that can be moved indoors during the winter)
Reeves Spirea bushes thrive in full sun to partial shade - It prefers a location that receives at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day for optimal growth and flowering.
Regular watering is essential for the health of Reeves Spirea - Keep the soil consistently moist, especially during dry spells; Avoid waterlogging the soil, as it can lead to root rot.
Reeves Spirea plants generally do not require heavy fertilization - However, applying a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in spring can promote healthy growth and flowering; Follow the manufacturer's instructions for application rates.
Fertilizing/Planting: use a well-draining garden soil mixed with your native soil to backfill the hole; to maximize growth, apply a slow-released slightly acidic fertilizer each Spring
Ships from Alabama Gulf Coast - customers beyond the south eastern United States should consider placing orders from early Fall to mid-late Spring to avoid heat damage during transit
If you are working on a big landscape project, consider ordering 1-2 of these white blooming Spirea shrubs online at Lowes to ensure they meet your specifications before placing an order for your entire project
