Meadowsweet
Spiraea alba
$49.99
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About this Plant
Meadowsweet is a charming, moisture-loving native shrub that reaches about 3 to 4 feet tall and offers a cloud of white, spire-like flowers in mid to late summer. Its narrow, lance-shaped leaves and upright habit bring fine texture and softness to rain gardens, meadow edges, and pollinator beds. The fluffy blooms are rich in nectar, drawing native bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects.
Why choose Meadowsweet?
- Pollinator Magnet: Its mid-summer blooms offer vital nectar during a time when few other shrubs are flowering.
- Natural Elegance: Brings a soft, wild beauty with its airy white flowers and upright form.
- Moisture-Tolerant: Thrives in wet or average soils—great for rain gardens and poorly draining spots.
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Adaptable: Grows in full sun to part shade and tolerates a range of soil types, including clay.
Maintenance Tips
- Cut Back in Late Winter to encourage dense growth and fresh flowering the following season.
- Can Spread by Suckers in moist soil—dig up new shoots if you prefer a tidier look.
- Leave Seed Heads for winter interest or cut them for a cleaner garden appearance.
- Performs best in consistently moist soils, but can tolerate brief dry spells once established.
Maintenance Tips
- Prune in late winter or early spring to remove dead or weak branches and to shape the shrub.
- Applying a layer of mulch around the base can help retain soil moisture and suppress weeds.
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Hardiness Zone
USDA 3–8
Plant Type
Flower
Mature Height
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Mature Width
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Bloom Color
White
Bloom Time
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Root Type
Fibrous / Rhizome
Meadowsweet
$49.99
Ecological Benefits
Attracts Pollinators
Provides nectar and pollen for bees and other pollinators.
Birds
Seeds or berries provide food for birds.
Butterfly Host
Supports butterfly caterpillars as a host plant.
Soil Stabilizing
Deep roots help prevent erosion and stabilize soil.
Attracts Butterflies
A nectar source that draws butterflies throughout the season.
Deer Resistant
Less likely to be browsed by deer.
Attracts Hummingbirds
Nectar-rich blooms that draw hummingbirds to your garden.
Drought Tolerant
Thrives with minimal watering once established.
Yard Friendly
A well-behaved growth habit that won't take over your yard.
Pet Safe
Non-toxic to cats and dogs.
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