Pink Spirea - Spiraea japonica

The Pink Spirea is a cultivar of the Japanese Spirea boasting vibrantly pink flowers. Some notable cultivars are ‘Little Princess’, ‘Anthony Waterer’ and ‘Neon flash’. Many cultivars can be grown with ease across the USA. Blooming anywhere from late spring or early summer, they produce corymbs of delightfully bright pink blooms. The flowers are delicate and lacy in appearance and are highly attractive to pollinators. Some varieties of spirea rebloom throughout the summer, adding additional spats of color to the garden.

Plant Details - Pink Spirea

Family: Rosaceae

Hardiness Zones: 4 - 8

Light Requirement: Full sun to light shade

Water Needs: Moderate

Height: 2 - 4 ft

Spread: 2 - 5 ft

Growth Rate: Moderate to fast

Bloom Time: Late spring to summer

Flower Color: Pink, from soft pastel to deep rosy shades

Wildlife Value: Attracts butterflies and pollinators

The leaves are lush and bright green, sharply toothed and ovate in shape. In autumn, the foliage of these varieties turns a bronzy red color further adding elements of color to your gardenscape. Once the leaves have senesced, the bark remains exposed throughout the winter months and embodies a light brown color with a flakey appearance.

Reaching a maximum height of about 4 ft tall, these shrubs are versatile as a specimen plant, a stunning foundation plant, or as a part of a mixed shrub border. The gentle mounded appearance of these shrubs will soften your garden ambience.

Landscape Uses and Maintenance - Pink Spirea

Pink Spirea are easy to grow. Plant them in soil that is moist but not soggy. They can be heat and cold tolerant when planted in the proper location and well cared for. Remove spent flowers to improve overall appearance. Pruning can be done in early spring being sure that you prune before the plants develop leaves. Thickest canes should be removed to the ground whereas the newer growth can be rounded into a mounded form.

They are pest and disease-free mainly and also deer resistant. However, they can be damaged by rabbits during the months leading up to winter and should be checked periodically.

Noteworthy Characteristics

Attractive to pollinators, easy to grow, showy flowers Add this shrub to your gardenscape and enjoy a profusion of pinky blooms spring after spring. Shop for Pink Spirea shrubs online at TN Nursery. For 68 years, we have served the landscaping industry and homeowners with specimen plants.

This Is How Your Plants Will Look upon Delivery

Bloom Season

Summer

Bloom/Foliage Color

Pink

Height at Maturity

Under 10 Feet

Care

Pink Spirea thrives in well-drained soil. Water often to keep the dirt moist, but avoid overwatering. Trim after flowering to maintain shape and remove dead branches. Fertilize in spring to stimulate healthy growth and vibrant flowers.

Plant Reproduction

Pink Spirea spreads via suckers and self-seeding.

How to Grow and Care for Bare Root Shrubs

Bare root shrubs are a budget-friendly and efficient way to plant during the cooler months when they’re dormant. Before planting, soak the roots in water for 3–6 hours to rehydrate them. Choose a site with the appropriate light exposure for the species—most flowering shrubs prefer full to partial sun. Dig a hole wide enough to spread out the roots and deep enough so the crown (where the roots meet the stems) sits level with the soil surface.

Mound a bit of soil at the bottom of the hole, spread the roots over it, and backfill with native soil while gently firming it to remove air pockets. Water deeply after planting to settle the roots. Keep the soil moist but not soggy during the first growing season to encourage healthy establishment.

Mulch around the base (not touching the stems) to retain moisture and suppress weeds. Prune lightly to remove any broken branches and to shape after the first flush of growth. With minimal care, bare root shrubs will leaf out beautifully and grow into reliable, long-term landscape anchors.

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