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Spiraea japonica (Japanese Spiraea) is a group of compact, deciduous shrubs prized for their vibrant summer flowers, colourful foliage, and tidy, easy-to-grow nature. Mixed varieties may include pink, red, or white flowering forms, as well as gold- or green-leaved types. These shrubs are ideal for borders, rockeries, low hedges, and mixed beds, providing reliable colour with very low maintenance. Planting & Position Light: Grows best in full sun to light partial shade. Full sun encourages strong flowering and brightest foliage colours. Soil: Thrives in moist, well-drained soil. Tolerant of a wide range of soil types including sandy, loamy, and clay soils. Avoid very waterlogged spots. Spacing: Most varieties mature at 40–80 cm tall and 60–100 cm wide. Space accordingly if planting a mixed group. Planting time: Plant in spring or autumn for best root establishment. Care & Maintenance Spiraea japonica is extremely low-maintenance — ideal for busy gardeners. Watering: Water well during the first growing season. Once established, very drought-tolerant, needing water only in long dry spells. Feeding: Feed in early spring with a balanced shrub fertiliser to boost new growth. Mulch annually with compost to maintain soil health. Pruning: Prune in late winter or very early spring. Cut back old flower heads and lightly trim to encourage fresh shoots. For compact shape: reduce stems by one-third annually. Hard prune older plants to 15–20 cm from the ground to rejuvenate. Hardiness: Fully hardy in all parts of Ireland and the UK. Seasonal Interest & Uses Flowers (Summer): Flat clusters of blooms appear from late spring into summer. Colours vary depending on mix: pink, red, rose, or white. Foliage: Fresh green or golden foliage depending on variety. Some varieties produce bronze-red spring shoots or rich autumn tones. Shape: Naturally compact, rounded shrubs perfect for mixed planting. Ideal for: Front of borders Low informal h

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