Spiraea betulifolia 'Tor'

Also called:

Birch-leaf Spiraea

Botanical Description

Plant Family:

Rosaceae

Deciduous

Small Shrub (usually < 1.5' and not >3')

Oregon Native?

Yes

West State Native?

Yes

Japan & East Asia

Pat Kolling

Flower:

White

Blooms from :

May

to:

Jun

Very small, dense flat-topped clusters

Foliage:

Green

Birch-like, alternate, simple, oval (to 1.5" long) have toothed margins

Site Selection

Minimum USDA Hardiness Zone:

Water Needs:

Sun Needs:

Full Sun

Deer Resistant?

Yes

Firewise?

Yes

Height:

2-3'

Spread:

2-3'

Growth Rate:

Native Habitat:

Soil Needs

Best in moist, well-drained, fertile

Fertilizer Needs:

Recommended Mulch:

Wildlife Uses

Attracts Pollinators?

Yes

Attracts Birds?

Supports Butterflies?

Yes

Wildlife use description: