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Spiraea to Syringa

It comes as no surprise that our largest group of plants is the deciduous, ornamental shrub. They make great centerpieces to any garden. We grow hardy varieties that thrive in nearly any climate to make a garden full of life and interest nearly year-round.

Their amazing range of sizes, buds and blooms allows them to work with an endless number of other plants. On their own or arranged in landscape design, shrubs help establish a comfortable environment.

We are committed to bringing you the best plants for your area, whether they are new varieties or time-tested classics. Please see our current availability list or contact your account representative for more information on Van Belle deciduous shrubs. Look for the Proven Winners® logo next to our PW branded varieties.

We have divided the deciduous plants into subsections to make navigation easier.

Deciduous shrub subsections:

Acer to Buddleia •  Caryopteris to Cornus •  Cotinus to Hibiscus •  Hydrangea •  Itea to Physocarpus •
Potentilla to Sorbaria •   Spiraea to Syringa • Viburnum to Weigelia

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Spiraea betulifolia 'Tor'
Birchleaf Spirea

Grows best in Full Sun • Cold hardy to zone 4 (-34°C/-30°F)
Mature height x width: 4' x 3-4'; Rounded

  • A multitude of tightly packed, white flower clusters shine against lush green leaves.
  • Gorgeous purple fall color.
  • Will do well in average garden soils.

Blooms in Mid to Late Spring • Flowers are White

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Spiraea frischiana 'Wilma' PPAF
Pink Parasols™ Spirea

Grows best in Full Sun • Cold hardy to zone 4 (-34°C/-30°F)
Mature height x width: 2-3' x 2-3'; Rounded

  • A beautiful ground covering spirea with big, pink fluffy umbrella-like blooms that cover the plant in June.
  • Blue-green leaves are tinged with red and turn gorgeous shades of red and orange in the fall.
  • Looks great as a mass planting.

Propagation prohibited without a license.

Blooms in Summer • Flowers are Pink

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Spiraea japonica 'Albiflora'
Japanese White Spirea

Grows best in Part Sun • Cold hardy to zone 3 (-40°C/-40°F)
Mature height x width: 1-2' x 1-2'; Rounded

  • Dense, mounding, low growing shrub.
  • Produces clusters of white flowers on new wood in early summer, with bright red fall color.
  • A good choice for the shrub or perennial garden - mixes well with many other flowering plants.

Blooms in Mid Summer • Flowers are White

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Spiraea japonica 'Little Princess'
Little Princess Spirea

Grows best in Full Sun • Cold hardy to zone 3 (-40°C/-40°F)
Mature height x width: 2-3' x 2-3'; Mounding

  • Dense, mounding form with mint-green leaves and purplish-red fall color.
  • A gem for a sunny border, nice tidy appearance.
  • Requires little maintenance, will maintain its compact shape easily.

Blooms in Summer • Flowers are pink and white

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Spiraea japonica 'Magic Carpet' PP#9363
Magic Carpet™ Spirea

Grows best in Full Sun • Cold hardy to zone 3 (-40°C/-40°F)
Mature height x width: 2-3' x 2-3'; Rounded

  • Bright red new growth ages to a bronze, red-tipped foliage.
  • In summer it is covered with flat clusters of rose-pink flowers.
  • A compact and tidy grower, it is virtually maintenance free and is noted for its resistance to mildew and leaf spot.

Propagation prohibited without a license.

Blooms in Summer • Flowers are Pink

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Spiraea japonica 'Mertyann'
Dakota Goldcharm® Spirea

Grows best in Full Sun • Cold hardy to zone 4 (-34°C/-30°F)
Mature height x width: 1' x 1'; Rounded

  • A very dwarf spirea only reaching 12" tall - great for small spaces!
  • Foliage is yellowish gold with bronze tips.
  • Flowers are a bright pink and bloom throughout the summer.

Propagation prohibited without a license.

Blooms in Summer • Flowers are Pink

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Spiraea nipponicum 'Snowmound'
Snowmound Spirea

Grows best in Full Sun • Cold hardy to zone 4 (-34°C/-30°F)
Mature height x width: 4-6' x 4-6'; Rounded

  • Small, blue tinged leaves contrast beautifully with scores of pure white flowers in late spring.
  • A profuse bloomer on previous year's wood, so prune right after flowering has finished.
  • Will do well in average garden soils.

Blooms in Summer • Flowers are White

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Spiraea x bumalda 'Dart's Red'
Dart's Red Spirea

Grows best in Part Sun • Cold hardy to zone 3 (-40°C/-40°F)
Mature height x width: 2-3' x 2-3'; Upright

  • This spirea has a clean appearance with vibrant red buds that fade to pink flowers.
  • The blue-green leaves age to a reddish purple in fall.
  • A good choice for the shrub or perennial garden - mixes well with many other flowering plants.

Blooms in Summer • Flowers are Red to pink

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Spiraea x bumalda 'Froebelli'
Froebelli Spirea

Grows best in Full Sun • Cold hardy to zone 4 (-34°C/-30°F)
Mature height x width: 4' x 3-4'; Rounded

  • Small, flat-topped clusters of bright red flowers and deep red new growth.
  • Able to withstand hard conditions in winter, as well as being very heat and drought tolerant.
  • Prune after blooming for best flower set the following year.

Blooms in Early Summer, may rebloom in Fall • Flowers are Red to pink

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Spiraea x bumalda 'Goldflame'
Goldflame Spirea

Grows best in Full Sun • Cold hardy to zone 4 (-34°C/-30°F)
Mature height x width: 2-3' x 2-3'; Rounded

  • Bright yellow foliage is transformed in spring to a golden yellow coat, with bright red new growth on the tips.
  • A trouble-free accent plant and contrasts nicely with many other flowering plants.
  • Will do well in average garden soils.

Blooms in Summer through Fall • Flowers are Violet pink

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Spiraea x bumalda 'Goldmound'
Goldmound Spirea

Grows best in Full Sun • Cold hardy to zone 4 (-34°C/-30°F)
Mature height x width: 2-4' x 3'; Mounding

  • Outstanding, canary-yellow leaves and pink flower clusters throughout summer.
  • Excellent for use as a border plant and contrasts nicely with many other flowering plants.
  • Will do well in average garden soils.

Propagation prohibited without a license.

Blooms in Summer • Flowers are Pink

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Spiraea x bumalda 'Neon Flash'
Neon Flash Spirea

Grows best in Full Sun • Cold hardy to zone 4 (-34°C/-30°F)
Mature height x width: 3' x 3'; Rounded

  • A vigorous spirea with very bright red flower clusters covering the plant throughout the summer.
  • The new growth is purple tinged and turns green when mature.
  • Will do well in average garden soils.

Blooms in Summer • Flowers are Red

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Spiraea x media 'Darsnom' PPAF
Snow Storm™ Spirea

Grows best in Full Sun • Cold hardy to zone 4 (-34°C/-30°F)
Mature height x width: 4' x 3-4'; Rounded

  • An abundance of massive white blooms in spring, with superb blue-green foliage.
  • Fall color blazes shades of red and orange - a solid addition to any garden.
  • Looks great as a mass planting.

Propagation prohibited without a license.

Blooms in Late Spring • Flowers are White

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Spiraea x 'Vanhouttei'
Bridal Wreath Spirea

Grows best in Full Sun • Cold hardy to zone 3 (-40°C/-40°F)
Mature height x width: 6' x 6'; Upright

  • Vase-shaped habit resembles a fountain of pure white flowers in early summer.
  • Old-fashioned variety was developed in 1862 and is still one of the most popular.
  • Reliable in adverse conditions.

Blooms in Early Summer • Flowers are White

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Stephanandra incisa 'Crispa'
Cutleaf Lace Shrub

Grows best in Part Sun • Cold hardy to zone 4 (-34°C/-30°F)
Mature height x width: 1-2' x 3-5'; Spreading

  • Finely cut, crinkled shiny green leaves cover this mounding groundcover shrub.
  • Small yellowish-white flowers in early summer, and brilliant red-orange fall color.
  • Thrives in average garden soils.

Blooms in Early Summer • Flowers are Yellow-white

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Symphoricarpos doorenbosii 'Kordes'
Amethyst™ Snowberry

Grows best in Part Sun • Cold hardy to zone 3 (-40°C/-40°F)
Mature height x width: 3-5' x 3-5'; Rounded

  • Vivid deep purple berries are a treat in late summer.
  • Stems look fantastic in floral arrangements!
  • Neat habit and model branching make this a nice choice for any landscape.

Propagation prohibited without a license.

Blooms in Summer through Fall • Flowers are Pink

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Symphoricarpos doorenbosii 'Marleen' PPAF
Pink Snowberry

Grows best in Part Sun • Cold hardy to zone 4 (-34°C/-30°F)
Mature height x width: 4' x 2-3'; Rounded

Attractive pendulous shrub with blue-green foliage and small white flowers summer through fall.

Spectacular bright pink fall berries attract birds, and are also excellent for floral arrangements.

Neat habit and graceful shape.

Blooms in Summer through Fall • Flowers are Pink

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Syringa 'Bailbelle' PP#12294
Tinkerbelle™ Lilac

Grows best in Full Sun • Cold hardy to zone 3 (-40°C/-40°F)
Mature height x width: 5-6' x 4-5'; Upright

  • This compact lilac blooms in late spring.
  • The wine-red buds open to pink and have a lovely spicy fragrance.
  • A Bailey Nurseries Fairytale™ Introduction.

Propagation prohibited without a license.

Blooms in Early Spring • Flowers are Pink

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