The Spiraea Van Houttei's, Spiraea
vanhouttei, has a foliage color of a dull
bluish green. Flowers are white in
April-May, borne in many flowered 1-2"
diameter umbels. Outstanding deciduous shrub
that is very showy in flower. Van Houtte
Spirea is a durable and familiar shrub.
Best growth occurs in a sunny location
and any garden soil. The flowers are
produced in spring after the leaves. The
plant grows rapidly and may be used as a
screen.
