![]() The Espoma Organic Plant Foods may be used at anytime. Best to fertilize in early spring, and again in mid fall - avoid feeding standard chemical fertilizers during hot summer months, and directly after transplanting. Other granular fertilizers with a 6 - 12 - 12, or 10 - 10 - 10 ratio can also be used - but we suggest using them at 1/2 - 3/4 strength to avoid any chemical burn issues to the root system of the plants. However, a water soluble type plant food (Miracle Gro, or equivalent ) are also acceptable options. We personally use, and recommend the Espoma line of organic plant foods, as they are super effective yet gentle enough to use on even the most delicate of evergreen species where fertilizer burn would normally be a major concern. Fertilization / Feeding : For maximum health & hardiness, we highly recommend a good grade granular ( preferably organic ) fertilizer / plant food for use with all of our plant species. Deer Resistance Rating : Lowest Resistance Highest Resistance Recommended Spacing : 2 ft apart recommended for hedge / mass planting Only pests we have had reported with 'Tor' Spirea is Japanese Beetle, and aphids on new tender growth in early spring #Spirea tor birchleaf freeDiseases / Insects : Rather trouble free - with powdery mildew occasionally observed in extremely wet conditions. Blooming time can be extended through removal of old, expired flower heads. Flower, Cone, Or Berry Facts : Flowers - In late spring, clusters of white flower heads bloom, and persist for several weeks. Turns beautiful shades of orange, red, and purple in the fall. Foliage Color & Texture : Deciduous broadleaf - matures as a dense, rounded mound with round to egg-shaped, dark green leaves with toothed margins that start in the spring. ![]() Soil Preference : Average to slightly moist & fertile - well drained. #Spirea tor birchleaf fullSun Exposure : Full sun is preferred for best color display Growth Rate : Moderate ( 4" - 8" avg per year ) Mature Width : 2 - 3 ft ( responds very well to trimming ) ![]() Mature Height : 2 - 3 ft ( responds very well to trimming ) Blooming can be extended & maximized through the removal of old, expired flower heads. Also works well when grouped together in mass plantings for a true bright color display in late spring. The compact, semi dwarf size & shape of this spirea makes it an excellent choice for foreground or foundation plantings. These charming spirea are a great way to add a touch of color and may also attract butterflies!! This flowering shrub was originally native to Japan and eastern Asia. Best color & blooms in full sun, but will accept partial shade as well. Has a dense growth habit that can be sheared/trimmed to desired shape & size. Known for it's dazzling flowers that start as small, white, clusters that sprout and cover the spirea in late spring, and it's dark green leaves that are shaped differently then most Spirea varieties. ![]()
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