Spiraea douglasii
Also called:
Douglas's Spirea
Rose Spirea
Western Spiraea
Botanical Description
Plant Family:
Rosaceae
Not Found
Med - Lg Shrub (usually >3' and never < 1.5')
Oregon Native?
Yes
West State Native?
Yes
Rose spirea occurs naturally from southern
Alaska south to northern California and east to western
Montana. The elevation range is sea-level to 6,500 ft in
the mountains.
Pat Kolling
Flower:
Pink
Blooms from :
Jun
to:
Sep
Tiny, fragrant reddish
pink flowers are borne in dense, elongate clusters at the
end of shoots. The clusters appear ?fuzzy? from the
abundance of long stamens
Foliage:
Green
Oval green leaves (to 4? long) are felty white-tomentose beneath.
Site Selection
Minimum USDA Hardiness Zone:
4
Water Needs:
M
Sun Needs:
Partial Sun
Deer Resistant?
Yes
Firewise?
Yes
Height:
2-7'
Spread:
3-6'
Growth Rate:
Fast Growing
Native Habitat:
Rose spirea grows best in full sun to dappled shade and in
a wide range of soils (gravelly sandy loams to heavy
clays) that range from acidic to neutral (pH 4.5-7.5) and
from moist well drained to wet and poorly drained
(hydric). The species tolerates ext
Soil Needs
Prefers sandy or loamy soils. Does not grow well in clay soils.. Soil PH: 5 - 7
Fertilizer Needs:
Recommended Mulch:
Wildlife Uses
Attracts Pollinators?
No
Attracts Birds?
No
Supports Butterflies?
Yes
Wildlife use description:
Rose spirea provides good cover for birds and small
mammals. Grouse apparently eat the dried spikes and
other wildlife consume the seed filled capsules. The
flowers are a source of nectar for hummingbirds,
butterflies, and other pollinator insects