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Sorbaria

Ural Falsespirea

Sorbaria sorbifolia

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  • Vigorous
  • Colorful foliage
  • Summer blooming
Description

Looks much like a giant white astilbe with its dramatic 6-10" long flowers during summer. Bold tropical looking leaves and suckering habit. It is easy to grow and adaptable.

USDA Zone
2 - 8 (-50°F/-45°C)
Exposure
Full sun, Part sun
Height
5 - 10'
Width
5 - 10'
Finish Time
1 season
Type
Deciduous
Bloom Time
Summer
Flower Color
White
Foliage Color
Green

Soil

This vigorous plant is widely adaptable. Prefers moderately moist, well-drained soils, but may become overly aggressive if it is planted in ideal conditions.

Pruning

Blooms on new wood - prune in early spring as desired.

Uses

Mass plantings; naturalizing.

Growing Tips

Vigorous, suckering habit forms thickets - site accordingly.

Features: Alkaline soil, Attracts pollinators, Clay soil, Drought tolerant

Filters: Botanical genus: Sorbaria, Common name: Ural Falsespirea, Retail program: Local Roots®, USDA Zone 2, USDA Zone 3, USDA Zone 4, USDA Zone 5, USDA Zone 6, USDA Zone 7, Exposure: Full sun, Exposure: Part sun, Bloom time: Summer, White flowers, Green foliage

Features: Alkaline soil, Attracts pollinators, Clay soil, Drought tolerant

Filters: Botanical genus: Sorbaria, Common name: Ural Falsespirea, Retail program: Local Roots®, USDA Zone 2, USDA Zone 3, USDA Zone 4, USDA Zone 5, USDA Zone 6, USDA Zone 7, Exposure: Full sun, Exposure: Part sun, Bloom time: Summer, White flowers, Green foliage