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This Japanese spiraea cultivar is a densely branched deciduous shrub which typically forms a compact mound to 30″ tall. Features numerous pink flowers in flat-topped clusters (corymbs) in late spring to mid-summer. Attractive to butterflies. Oval, sharply toothed, mint green leaves take on attractive red hues in autumn. (Courtesy of Missouri Botanical Garden Plant Finder)
Easily grown in average, medium, well-drained soil in full sun. Tolerates a wide range of soils. Remove faded flower clusters to promote additional bloom. Prune in late winter to early spring. Older shrubs can be rejuvenated by hard pruning in early spring. (Courtesy of Missouri Botanical Garden Plant Finder)
| Common Name | 'Little Princess', Spirea |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Spiraea japonica 'Little Princess' |
| Container/Amount | 3 gallon |
| Evergreen or Deciduous | Deciduous |
| Hardiness Zone | 4a, 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b |
| Growth Rate | Average |
| Light Requirements | Part-sun, Sun |
| Height | to 2 ft. |
| Width | to 3 ft. |
| Soil Condition | Well-drained |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Blooming Period | Sping-Summer |
| Flower Color | pink |
| Fragrance | No |
| Foliage Color | green |
| Deer Resistant | Yes |
| Fall Color | burgundy |
