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Bridal Wreath

Spiraea Prunifolia

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Overview

Bridal Wreath (Spiraea prunifolia) is a deciduous shrub, celebrated for its graceful arching branches that burst into clusters of small, double white blossoms each spring. A mature height of 5-9 feet and a similar spread make it a splendid border or focal point. Prefers full sun to part shade in zones 4-8. Plant in well-drained soil and prune post-flowering to maintain shape and health. Low maintenance; adds classic elegance to any landscape.

Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 5–8Type ShrubClimate Alpine, Temperate
Bridal Wreath (Spiraea Prunifolia) — For optimal bloom performance
Bridal Wreath (Spiraea Prunifolia) — double white blossoms each spring; <br><br>Bridal Wreath thrives in USDA Hardiness Zones 5 through 9, image 48Bridal Wreath (Spiraea Prunifolia) — double flowers form a frothy white blanket in April to MayBridal Wreath (Spiraea Prunifolia) — Bridal Wreath (Spiraea prunifolia) is a deciduous shrubBridal Wreath (Spiraea Prunifolia) — Prefers full sun to part shade in zones 4-8; double white blossoms each springBridal Wreath (Spiraea Prunifolia) — Regular watering during dry periods will help sustain its vigor; a mature height of 5-9 feet and a similar spread make itBridal Wreath (Spiraea Prunifolia) — or as a specimen in landscape designs; this plant typically reaches a mature height and spread of 4 to 8 feet+66

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones
5–8

Shape & size

Mature height
4–8 Ft.
Mature width
4–8 Ft.

Classification

Type
Shrub
Family
Rosaceae
Climate
Alpine, Temperate

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Bridal Wreath (Spiraea Prunifolia) — For optimal bloom performance
Bridal Wreath (Spiraea Prunifolia) — double white blossoms each spring; <br><br>Bridal Wreath thrives in USDA Hardiness Zones 5 through 9, image 48
Bridal Wreath (Spiraea Prunifolia) — double flowers form a frothy white blanket in April to May
Bridal Wreath (Spiraea Prunifolia) — Bridal Wreath (Spiraea prunifolia) is a deciduous shrub
Bridal Wreath (Spiraea Prunifolia) — Prefers full sun to part shade in zones 4-8; double white blossoms each spring
Bridal Wreath (Spiraea Prunifolia) — Regular watering during dry periods will help sustain its vigor; a mature height of 5-9 feet and a similar spread make it
Bridal Wreath (Spiraea Prunifolia) — or as a specimen in landscape designs; this plant typically reaches a mature height and spread of 4 to 8 feet
Bridal Wreath (Spiraea Prunifolia) — shrub with white blooms; for optimal bloom performance
Bridal Wreath (Spiraea Prunifolia) — Bridal Wreath (Spiraea prunifolia) is a deciduous shrub; prefers full sun to part shade in zones 4-8
Bridal Wreath (Spiraea Prunifolia) — Regular watering during dry periods will help sustain its vigor
Bridal Wreath (Spiraea Prunifolia) — Low maintenance; adds classic elegance to any landscape
Bridal Wreath (Spiraea Prunifolia) — oval-shaped leaves that are about 1 to 3 inches long; white flowers in the garden
Bridal Wreath (Spiraea Prunifolia) — Plant in well-drained soil and prune post-flowering to maintain shape and health; fountain-like growth habit, image 51
Bridal Wreath (Spiraea Prunifolia) — A mature height of 5-9 feet and a similar spread make it a splendid border or focal point; or as a specimen in, image 49
Bridal Wreath (Spiraea Prunifolia) — Pest and disease issues are infrequent
Bridal Wreath (Spiraea Prunifolia) — A mature height of 5-9 feet and a similar spread make it a splendid border or focal point
Bridal Wreath (Spiraea Prunifolia) — Bridal Wreath (Spiraea prunifolia) is a deciduous shrub; prefers full sun to part shade in zones 4-8, image 47
Bridal Wreath (Spiraea Prunifolia) — white flowers in the garden
Bridal Wreath (Spiraea Prunifolia) — Spiraea prunifolia is relatively drought-tolerant; oval-shaped leaves that are about 1 to 3 inches long
Bridal Wreath (Spiraea Prunifolia) — shrub for full or half
Bridal Wreath (Spiraea Prunifolia) — is a deciduous shrub revered for its stunning cascades of white flowers that grace gardens in the spring; shrub for full
Bridal Wreath (Spiraea Prunifolia) — is a deciduous shrub revered for its stunning cascades of white flowers that grace gardens in the spring
Bridal Wreath (Spiraea Prunifolia) — white flowers in the garden; low maintenance; adds classic elegance to any landscape
Bridal Wreath (Spiraea Prunifolia) — allowing it to be a low-maintenance choice for mass plantings
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