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Spiraea thunbergii



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Spiraea thunbergii
Thunberg spirea

This fine-textured spirea is known for its bright white flowers that open earlier in the spring than other spireas. It is a small broad-rounded, twiggy and fine-textured shrub.

Habit:Broad-rounded, twiggy, somewhat irregular
Size:3-5' high
Color:Light green
Texture:Fine
Hardiness:Zone 4b USDA
Habitat:China, Japan
Family:Rosaceae

 
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